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EYJ 747V

1980 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

60,231 mi
Last recorded60,231 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 1980 BMW R8037,283 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYJ 747V
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 60,231 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 60,184 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Apr 2015 60,151 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2014 58,742 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 58,368 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 58,019 miles

wiring hanging down under side car

Fail 28 Mar 2012 58,010 miles

Nearside Rear Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

wiring hanging down under side car

Pass 12 Mar 2011 57,198 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 57,190 miles

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Sidecar direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Nearside Sidecar direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Sidecar wheel bearings have excessive free play (5.2.3c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Sidecar wheel has a loose wheel stud(s) (4.2.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2008 55,546 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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EYJ 747V is a 1980 BMW R80 in Blue with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1980 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 37,283 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 EYJ 747V, 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 46 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 EYJ 747V registered?

EYJ 747V is a 1980 BMW R80, first registered on 20 February 1980.

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