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KMO 326W

1981 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

3,096 mi
Last recorded3,096 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2013
Typical for 1981 BMW R8026,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMO 326W
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2013 3,096 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 7 Mar 2013 3,012 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 2,582 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 2,543 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 22 Apr 2010 2,541 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 2,479 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 24 Mar 2009 2,479 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Offside Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 2,311 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 2,252 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 1,746 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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KMO 326W is a 1981 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 KMO 326W, 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 KMO 326W?

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What year was KMO 326W registered?

KMO 326W is a 1981 BMW R80, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is KMO 326W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KMO 326W shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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