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EHO 711W

1980 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

25,438 mi
Last recorded25,438 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2020
Typical for 1980 BMW R Series42,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEHO 711W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2020 25,438 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 24,466 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 22,123 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 21,726 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2017 21,726 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2016 20,159 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 19,179 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 17,456 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 16,264 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 14,913 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2012 14,910 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2011 13,140 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 12,035 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 8,911 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 6,990 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 Nov 2008 6,990 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 4,009 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Dec 2006 1,348 miles

Nearside Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2005 99,695 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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EHO 711W is a 1980 BMW R Series in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1980 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 42,524 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EHO 711W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 46 years old, this BMW R Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EHO 711W?

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What year was EHO 711W registered?

EHO 711W is a 1980 BMW R Series, first registered on 29 August 1980.

Is EHO 711W safe to buy?

The MOT history for EHO 711W shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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