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J171 SEC

1994 BMW R80

Red Petrol 785cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

253 mi
Last recorded253 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2016
Typical for 1994 BMW R8046,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ171 SEC
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine785cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2016 253 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 11 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 11 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 31,455 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 30,854 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 27,835 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 27,184 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 24,516 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 18,915 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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J171 SEC is a 1994 BMW R80 in Red with a 785cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1994 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 46,191 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 J171 SEC, 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 32 years old, this BMW R80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J171 SEC registered?

J171 SEC is a 1994 BMW R80, first registered on 25 January 1994.

Is J171 SEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J171 SEC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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