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GNR 236V

1979 BMW R80

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

46,099 mi
Last recorded46,099 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2020
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNR 236V
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2020 46,099 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Oct 2020 46,099 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 45,991 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Sep 2019 45,991 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 45,503 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 45,220 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 45,220 miles

Fuel system component leaking Offside carb (7.2.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 44,863 miles

Fuel hoses perished

Fail 17 Aug 2016 44,863 miles

Fuel hoses perished

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 44,349 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 44,334 miles

Offside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 43,642 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2012 43,138 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 43,138 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 42,840 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 42,114 miles

slight noise from rear wheel bearing

Pass 28 May 2009 38,118 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 36,783 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2008 36,755 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 May 2007 35,698 miles

rear seat hinge broken.

Pass 6 Jun 2006 34,769 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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GNR 236V is a 1979 BMW R80 in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GNR 236V, 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 GNR 236V registered?

GNR 236V is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 21 September 1979.

Is GNR 236V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNR 236V shows 21 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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