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F727 UPD

1996 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

64,043 mi
Last recorded64,043 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2011
Typical for 1996 BMW R8021,258 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF727 UPD
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Jun 2011 64,043 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 64,043 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 62,600 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 61,930 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 60,755 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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F727 UPD is a 1996 BMW R80 in Blue with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.7% with a typical mileage of 21,258 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 F727 UPD, 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 30 years old, this BMW R80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F727 UPD?

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What year was F727 UPD registered?

F727 UPD is a 1996 BMW R80, first registered on 3 May 1996.

Is F727 UPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F727 UPD shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F727 UPD have outstanding finance?

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