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FLA 713Y

1983 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

48,113 mi
Last recorded48,113 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLA 713Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 48,113 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 48,113 miles

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

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 48,101 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 48,101 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2015 48,091 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 47,996 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 47,436 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 46,818 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 46,721 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 46,731 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 43,661 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 45,963 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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FLA 713Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Blue with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 FLA 713Y, 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

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What year was FLA 713Y registered?

FLA 713Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 21 June 1983.

Is FLA 713Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLA 713Y shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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