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FOD 301Y

1983 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2022
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,340 mi
Last recorded57,340 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2021
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOD 301Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2021 57,340 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 54,930 miles

Engine oil leak.

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fuel cap seal is deteriorated.

Pass 28 Feb 2017 54,039 miles

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

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

slight play rear shock absorber top mount

Pass 8 Jun 2015 50,633 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 47,823 miles

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

front and rear tyres badly perished

fuel pipe poor condition

Pass 9 Aug 2012 44,524 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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FOD 301Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FOD 301Y, 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 FOD 301Y?

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What year was FOD 301Y registered?

FOD 301Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 6 May 1983.

Is FOD 301Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FOD 301Y shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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