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FRH 411T

1979 BMW R80

Grey Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

2,452 mi
Last recorded2,452 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRH 411T
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2019 2,452 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 958 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 11 Oct 2016 97,348 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 94,904 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 94,904 miles

Offside Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Engine doesn't stop when ignition is turnrd off. Engine still running even when keys are removed

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jul 2014 86,982 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 75,802 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 12 Jul 2013 75,756 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 68,434 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 60,406 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 60,406 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Fail 12 Jul 2010 55,504 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 55,504 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 46,077 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 35,294 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 27,600 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Jul 2006 25,216 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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FRH 411T is a 1979 BMW R80 in Grey with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1979 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 44,863 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 FRH 411T, 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 47 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 FRH 411T registered?

FRH 411T is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is FRH 411T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRH 411T shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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