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F761 RPC

1989 BMW R80

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,650 mi
Last recorded16,650 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2020
Typical for 1989 BMW R8044,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF761 RPC
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2020 16,650 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2020 16,650 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Tyre perished but no exposing cords

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 16,491 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Apr 2017 16,430 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2015 16,333 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 16,323 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 16,251 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 16,139 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 16,012 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 16,005 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 12 Apr 2008 16,005 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 15,899 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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F761 RPC is a 1989 BMW R80 in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 44,756 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 F761 RPC, 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 37 years old, this BMW R80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F761 RPC registered?

F761 RPC is a 1989 BMW R80, first registered on 3 March 1989.

Is F761 RPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F761 RPC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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