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KTW 804V

1979 BMW R80

Brown Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKTW 804V
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2022
Pass 11 Jan 2021
Pass 17 Jun 2017 22,095 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 22,093 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 33,658 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 33,658 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 33,511 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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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KTW 804V is a 1979 BMW R80 in Brown with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 KTW 804V, 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

How do I check the history of KTW 804V?

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What year was KTW 804V registered?

KTW 804V is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 4 September 1979.

Is KTW 804V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KTW 804V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KTW 804V have outstanding finance?

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