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M743 VBV

1995 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,694 mi
Last recorded67,694 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2022
Typical for 1995 BMW R8031,102 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM743 VBV
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2022 67,694 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 67,272 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 66,318 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 65,763 miles

steering fouling slightly on fairing

Pass 28 Jun 2014 65,314 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2014 65,314 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 15 May 2013 64,329 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2012 63,425 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 52,104 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 41,735 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2010 41,735 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jan 2009 29,960 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 29,143 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 28,513 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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M743 VBV is a 1995 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1995 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 31,102 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 M743 VBV, 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 31 years old, this BMW R80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M743 VBV registered?

M743 VBV is a 1995 BMW R80, first registered on 8 March 1995.

Is M743 VBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M743 VBV shows 14 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.

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