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FJO 840V

1980 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

91,567 mi
Last recorded91,567 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2013
Typical for 1980 BMW R Series42,524 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJO 840V
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2013 91,567 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Oil leak

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

Fail 5 Jul 2013 91,567 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Oil leak

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 89,998 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 89,765 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2010 89,755 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Fail 26 Mar 2010 85,610 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 84,200 miles

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

slight binding on front brakes

Pass 21 Jun 2006 83,100 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 82,986 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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FJO 840V is a 1980 BMW R Series in Red with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1980 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 42,524 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJO 840V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 46 years old, this BMW R Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJO 840V registered?

FJO 840V is a 1980 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 June 1980.

Is FJO 840V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJO 840V shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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