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HEY 616Y

1983 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,664 mi
Last recorded47,664 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEY 616Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 47,664 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

gaiters fitted to front forks at time of test

Pass 6 Feb 2015 47,455 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2015 47,449 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 46,816 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2011 45,665 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2009 44,383 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2009 44,383 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 29 Jan 2007 43,808 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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HEY 616Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 41,105 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 HEY 616Y, 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 43 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 HEY 616Y registered?

HEY 616Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 31 May 1983.

Is HEY 616Y safe to buy?

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