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JOP 54W

1981 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

30,072 mi
Last recorded30,072 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 1981 BMW R8026,372 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOP 54W
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2020 30,072 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 25,302 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 22,004 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2018 22,004 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 21,521 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 18,896 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2015 18,225 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 16,792 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 15,581 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 14,704 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 13,349 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 10,105 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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JOP 54W 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 JOP 54W, 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

How do I check the history of JOP 54W?

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What year was JOP 54W registered?

JOP 54W is a 1981 BMW R80, first registered on 20 March 1981.

Is JOP 54W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOP 54W 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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