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FFA 437Y

1983 BMW R80

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

21,229 mi
Last recorded21,229 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2024
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFA 437Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2024 21,229 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 21,130 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 21,094 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 28,824 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 28,824 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 28,805 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 28,770 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 28,574 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 28,574 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 28,159 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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FFA 437Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1983 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 41,105 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FFA 437Y, 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 43 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 FFA 437Y?

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What year was FFA 437Y registered?

FFA 437Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is FFA 437Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFA 437Y shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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