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KMO 337W

1981 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

22,409 mi
Last recorded22,409 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 1981 BMW R8026,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMO 337W
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2022 22,409 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 22,405 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 22,284 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 May 2017 22,042 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly chaffed (3.2.B2a)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 4 May 2017 22,042 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly chaffed (3.2.B2a)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 May 2016 21,971 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 16 May 2016 21,971 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 21,414 miles

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

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 21,159 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 20,263 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 19,370 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 337W is a 1981 BMW R80 in Blue with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 337W, 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.

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What year was KMO 337W registered?

KMO 337W is a 1981 BMW R80, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is KMO 337W safe to buy?

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