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EPU 969Y

1983 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,918 mi
Last recorded70,918 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2022
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPU 969Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc
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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2022 70,918 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 71,525 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019
Pass 11 Sep 2018 70,095 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 68,718 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 65,490 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 63,880 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 63,208 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 62,154 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 61,232 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 60,721 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 58,981 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 57,589 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006
Pass 3 Dec 2005 5,624 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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EPU 969Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Blue with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 41,105 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 EPU 969Y, 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 43 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 EPU 969Y?

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What year was EPU 969Y registered?

EPU 969Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 27 May 1983.

Is EPU 969Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPU 969Y shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EPU 969Y have outstanding finance?

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