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GUG 694T

1979 BMW R80

Orange Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

60,366 mi
Last recorded60,366 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUG 694T
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 60,366 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 59,927 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 59,844 miles

side car wheel bearing is slightly noisey

Fail 5 Apr 2017 59,844 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

side car wheel bearing is slightly noisey

Pass 4 Apr 2016 59,286 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 58,837 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 58,644 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 58,383 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 57,752 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 57,512 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 57,133 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 56,875 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 56,159 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 56,159 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Oct 2005 55,306 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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GUG 694T is a 1979 BMW R80 in Orange with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GUG 694T, 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 GUG 694T registered?

GUG 694T is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is GUG 694T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUG 694T shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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