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JPP 774V

1979 BMW R80

Orange Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,765 mi
Last recorded73,765 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2013
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJPP 774V
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2013 73,765 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 72,659 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 71,449 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 70,318 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 68,933 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 68,933 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 67,846 miles

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 66,508 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 65,318 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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JPP 774V is a 1979 BMW R80 in Orange with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1979 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 44,863 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 JPP 774V, 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 47 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 JPP 774V registered?

JPP 774V is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 17 September 1979.

Is JPP 774V safe to buy?

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