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FTM 827T

1979 BMW R80

Black Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

17,393 mi
Last recorded17,393 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTM 827T
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 17,393 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 17,389 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 17,329 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 17,276 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 17,131 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 17,131 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 17,119 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2014 17,097 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2013 16,967 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2012 16,768 miles

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

Side car tyre wall slightly perished.

Pass 22 Jun 2011 16,567 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 16,451 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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FTM 827T is a 1979 BMW R80 in Black with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 FTM 827T, 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

How do I check the history of FTM 827T?

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What year was FTM 827T registered?

FTM 827T is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 11 May 1979.

Is FTM 827T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTM 827T shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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