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LGN 689Y

1983 BMW R80

Grey Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

11,480 mi
Last recorded11,480 miles
Recorded on17 May 2022
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGN 689Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 May 2022 11,480 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

head light mask fitted

Fail 12 May 2022 11,465 miles

Brake performance not tested OIL ON DISC (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Outer Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

BOXES LOOSE

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fuel hose damaged but not to excess (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Fuel hose slightly loose NO THE TAP (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2021 7,927 miles

Centre Stand Springs Weak

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 11 May 2021 7,844 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Centre Stand Springs Weak

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 May 2020 3,495 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 965 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 99,057 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 98,166 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 98,158 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 95,551 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 90,188 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 25 Sep 2009 90,089 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2008 83,426 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2007 74,787 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 74,787 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 72,178 miles

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

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 11 Jul 2006 72,165 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Brake light only works when the rear brake is applied . Brake light does not work when the front brake is applied .

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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LGN 689Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Grey with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1983 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 41,105 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 LGN 689Y, 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 43 years old, this BMW R80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LGN 689Y registered?

LGN 689Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is LGN 689Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for LGN 689Y shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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