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HAY 598V

1979 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,811 mi
Last recorded29,811 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2018
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAY 598V
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2018 29,811 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 28,942 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 28,773 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2010 28,773 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 28,700 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 28,700 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 27,832 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 26,278 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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HAY 598V is a 1979 BMW R80 in Blue with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HAY 598V, 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

How do I check the history of HAY 598V?

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What year was HAY 598V registered?

HAY 598V is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 7 November 1979.

Is HAY 598V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAY 598V shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HAY 598V have outstanding finance?

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