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ERS 381T

1979 BMW R80

Black Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

93,943 mi
Last recorded93,943 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2017
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERS 381T
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2017 93,943 miles

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

indicators flashing slightly fast

Pass 26 May 2015 92,453 miles

Oil leak

main beam telltail not working

Fail 21 May 2015 92,493 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Offside Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Oil leak

main beam telltail not working

speedo loose

speedo not working

Pass 4 May 2010 91,602 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

gear selector worn

Fail 4 May 2010 91,602 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

gear selector worn

Pass 12 Apr 2008 89,035 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 87,388 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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ERS 381T is a 1979 BMW R80 in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1979 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 44,863 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 ERS 381T, 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 47 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 ERS 381T?

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What year was ERS 381T registered?

ERS 381T is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 2 July 1979.

Is ERS 381T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERS 381T shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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