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GNL 7W

1981 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

924 mi
Last recorded924 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2014
Typical for 1981 BMW R8026,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNL 7W
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2014 924 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 903 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2011 903 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 864 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 864 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2008 494 miles

rear tyre under inflated

Fail 4 Aug 2008 494 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

rear tyre under inflated

Pass 21 Jul 2007 228 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 16,096 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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GNL 7W is a 1981 BMW R80 in Blue with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 26,372 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 GNL 7W, 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 45 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 GNL 7W?

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What year was GNL 7W registered?

GNL 7W is a 1981 BMW R80, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is GNL 7W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNL 7W shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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