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GTF 800W

1980 BMW R Series

Beige Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,491 mi
Last recorded48,491 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2019
Typical for 1980 BMW R Series42,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTF 800W
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2019 48,491 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 46,373 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 May 2017 44,961 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 May 2016 43,473 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 41,430 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 May 2014 39,309 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2013 37,099 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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GTF 800W is a 1980 BMW R Series in Beige with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 42,524 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GTF 800W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 46 years old, this BMW R Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GTF 800W?

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What year was GTF 800W registered?

GTF 800W is a 1980 BMW R Series, first registered on 14 August 1980.

Is GTF 800W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GTF 800W shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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