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FDA 762V

1980 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

499 mi
Last recorded499 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 1980 BMW R8037,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDA 762V
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2019 499 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 499 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 499 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working emiiting orange light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly throttle accelerates with handle bar being turned (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2016 499 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 284 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 277 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2014 44 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 32 miles

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 41,755 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 38,216 miles

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

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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FDA 762V is a 1980 BMW R80 in Silver 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 FDA 762V, 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

How do I check the history of FDA 762V?

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What year was FDA 762V registered?

FDA 762V is a 1980 BMW R80, first registered on 18 April 1980.

Is FDA 762V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDA 762V shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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