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MEU 280Y

1982 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,219 mi
Last recorded32,219 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2021
Typical for 1982 BMW R8039,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEU 280Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2021 32,219 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 32,186 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 32,171 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 31,827 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 31,626 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 31,407 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 31,052 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 31,041 miles

Front Front position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 20 May 2009 30,029 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 29,541 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 29,133 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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MEU 280Y is a 1982 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MEU 280Y, 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

How do I check the history of MEU 280Y?

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What year was MEU 280Y registered?

MEU 280Y is a 1982 BMW R80, first registered on 26 August 1982.

Is MEU 280Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEU 280Y shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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