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GLX 19T

1979 BMW R80

White Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2010
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

23,155 mi
Last recorded23,155 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2009
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLX 19T
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2009 23,155 miles

significant surface corrosion to frame and swing arm

Fail 4 Apr 2009 23,155 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 23,155 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 23,155 miles

Front Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a) DANGEROUS

Fail 2 May 2006 23,155 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Front Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

battery insecure

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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GLX 19T is a 1979 BMW R80 in White with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 GLX 19T, 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 GLX 19T registered?

GLX 19T is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 14 June 1979.

Is GLX 19T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLX 19T shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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