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HJU 818V

1980 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

84,866 mi
Last recorded84,866 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2019
Typical for 1980 BMW R8037,283 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJU 818V
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2019 84,866 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 84,826 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 84,714 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 84,532 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 84,320 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 20 Aug 2011 84,280 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 63,779 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 83,489 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 82,770 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 1 Oct 2007 82,760 miles

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 82,363 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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HJU 818V is a 1980 BMW R80 in Blue with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1980 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 37,283 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 HJU 818V, 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 46 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 HJU 818V registered?

HJU 818V is a 1980 BMW R80, first registered on 1 March 1980.

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The MOT history for HJU 818V shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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