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JJU 279V

1980 BMW R80

Black Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70,605 mi
Last recorded70,605 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2020
Typical for 1980 BMW R8037,283 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJU 279V
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2020 70,605 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 70,224 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 70,057 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front tyre is not seated on the wheel rim correctly

Fail 13 Jun 2018 70,057 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front tyre is not seated on the wheel rim correctly

Pass 21 Oct 2016 70,056 miles

Some fairing securing bolts are missing or insecure

Fail 11 Oct 2016 70,056 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Nearside Exhaust mounting missing bolt missing, other bolt insecure (7.1.1c)

Some fairing securing bolts are missing or insecure

Pass 29 Sep 2015 70,054 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 70,054 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 70,045 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 70,045 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 70,043 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 70,004 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 69,816 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 69,677 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 69,670 miles

Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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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JJU 279V is a 1980 BMW R80 in Black with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 JJU 279V, 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 JJU 279V registered?

JJU 279V is a 1980 BMW R80, first registered on 1 March 1980.

Is JJU 279V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJU 279V shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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