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MRV 425Y

1983 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

44,267 mi
Last recorded44,267 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRV 425Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 44,267 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 8 Apr 2019 44,267 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 43,402 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 42,485 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 42,421 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 41,449 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 40,271 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 39,052 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 37,934 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 37,934 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 36,653 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 35,388 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 33,646 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 31,575 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2009 31,575 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Jan 2007 31,387 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 29,525 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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MRV 425Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 MRV 425Y, 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 MRV 425Y registered?

MRV 425Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 19 May 1983.

Is MRV 425Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRV 425Y shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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