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KAA 919S

1978 BMW R80

Orange Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

65,982 mi
Last recorded65,982 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R8040,096 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAA 919S
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2018 65,982 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Oil leak rear of engine ()

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 12 Feb 2018 65,982 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Offside Fuel system component leaking carb leaking (7.2.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Oil leak rear of engine ()

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 65,828 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 65,787 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 65,746 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 65,736 miles

Nearside Front Brake cylinder severely corroded (3.2.B1b)

Offside Front Brake cylinder severely corroded (3.2.B1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2009 64,330 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 62,110 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 60,109 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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KAA 919S is a 1978 BMW R80 in Orange with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1978 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 40,096 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 KAA 919S, 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 48 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 KAA 919S?

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What year was KAA 919S registered?

KAA 919S is a 1978 BMW R80, first registered on 12 July 1978.

Is KAA 919S safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAA 919S shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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