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FDT 6V

1980 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2011
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

15,371 mi
Last recorded15,371 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2010
Typical for 1980 BMW R8037,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDT 6V
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2010 15,371 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 11,090 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 5,904 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 32,193 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 32,190 miles

Sidecar wheel bearings are excessively rough (5.2.3d)

Sidecar wheel bearings have excessive free play (5.2.3c)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 2,405 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 29,122 miles

Nearside Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 99,078 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 98,980 miles

Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

front fairing screen excessivly scratched

Pass 12 Nov 2005 25,548 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2005 95,870 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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FDT 6V is a 1980 BMW R80 in Blue with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FDT 6V, 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 FDT 6V registered?

FDT 6V is a 1980 BMW R80, first registered on 1 June 1980.

Is FDT 6V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDT 6V shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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