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ETV 85V

1979 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,702 mi
Last recorded50,702 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2014
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETV 85V
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2014 50,702 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 50,659 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Nov 2011 50,576 miles

Brake master cylinder has a slightly worn master cylinder pivot. (3.2.B5)

Oil leak

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 2 Nov 2011 50,576 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 50,395 miles

sidecar wheel bearing is noisey

Pass 2 Sep 2009 50,358 miles

Front Sidecar direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)

Nearside Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Nearside Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Sidecar direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Sidecar rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

side car tyre cracking and split

Pass 4 Sep 2008 50,335 miles

Sidecar wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 50,045 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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ETV 85V is a 1979 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 ETV 85V, 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

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What year was ETV 85V registered?

ETV 85V is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 26 September 1979.

Is ETV 85V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETV 85V shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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