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HHB 49W

1981 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

1,656 mi
Last recorded1,656 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2019
Typical for 1981 BMW R8026,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHB 49W
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2019 1,656 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 1,473 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play Rear hub (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 820 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 479 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 60,795 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 58,324 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 19 Nov 2014 58,284 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 57,190 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

slight play in rear wheel bearing.

Pass 21 Nov 2012 55,293 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 55,291 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 54,769 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 49,942 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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HHB 49W is a 1981 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1981 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 26,372 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 HHB 49W, 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 45 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 HHB 49W registered?

HHB 49W is a 1981 BMW R80, first registered on 12 February 1981.

Is HHB 49W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHB 49W shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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