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HKU 754W

1980 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,107 mi
Last recorded37,107 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1980 BMW R8037,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKU 754W
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2026 37,107 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 37,080 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 37,072 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 37,066 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 36,261 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front Tyre TD=2.00mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2018 35,692 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 34,632 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 33,739 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 32,758 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 31,760 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 30,880 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 29,866 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 28,516 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 27,453 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 26,965 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 26,535 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 25,866 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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HKU 754W is a 1980 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 HKU 754W, 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

How do I check the history of HKU 754W?

You can check the full history of HKU 754W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HKU 754W registered?

HKU 754W is a 1980 BMW R80, first registered on 20 August 1980.

Is HKU 754W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HKU 754W shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HKU 754W have outstanding finance?

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