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LYN 993X

1982 BMW R80

Yellow Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,420 mi
Last recorded87,420 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2019
Typical for 1982 BMW R8039,848 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYN 993X
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1982
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2019 87,420 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 87,396 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2017 87,396 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 87,165 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 86,867 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 85,734 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 85,349 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 83,962 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 5 Sep 2011 83,949 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2010 82,547 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 81,067 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 78,559 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 78,559 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

front tyre bead condition

Pass 14 May 2007 76,954 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2006 73,879 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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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LYN 993X is a 1982 BMW R80 in Yellow with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1982 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 39,848 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 LYN 993X, 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 44 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 LYN 993X registered?

LYN 993X is a 1982 BMW R80, first registered on 1 March 1982.

Is LYN 993X safe to buy?

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