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EFS 832S

1978 BMW R80

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,339 mi
Last recorded26,339 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R8040,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFS 832S
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2018 26,339 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 25,789 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 25,509 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 25,276 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 24,701 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 24,701 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R80?

Based on 35,460 MOT tests across 3,873 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
561
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
3,873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 313
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 237
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 214
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 114
Horn not working 95
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EFS 832S is a 1978 BMW R80 in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1978 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 40,096 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW R80 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 313 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EFS 832S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R80 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 48 years old, this BMW R80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EFS 832S?

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What year was EFS 832S registered?

EFS 832S is a 1978 BMW R80, first registered on 28 June 1978.

Is EFS 832S safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFS 832S shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EFS 832S have outstanding finance?

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