CarVerify

Free Car Check

KEG 778W

1981 BMW R80

Black Petrol 797cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

59,225 mi
Last recorded59,225 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1981 BMW R8026,372 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKEG 778W
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 59,225 miles

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

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 59,213 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 59,149 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Oil leak

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

wear on seat pivots

wiring at yokes needs securing

Pass 6 Dec 2013 59,079 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 58,952 miles

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Nov 2011 58,708 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

rear tyre soft

Pass 26 Nov 2010 58,328 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

rear brake stop lamp not working

Pass 15 Dec 2009 57,902 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 56,992 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 54,897 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 53,250 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 53,213 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 3 May 2006 52,185 miles

FRONT AND REAR TYRES SIDE WALLS PERISHING.

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
Full BMW R80 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KEG 778W is a 1981 BMW R80 in Black with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KEG 778W, 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 KEG 778W?

You can check the full history of KEG 778W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KEG 778W registered?

KEG 778W is a 1981 BMW R80, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is KEG 778W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KEG 778W shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KEG 778W have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KEG 778W. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.