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MWV 118W

1981 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,308 mi
Last recorded10,308 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2015
Typical for 1981 BMW R8026,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWV 118W
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2015 10,308 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 10,136 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 10,124 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2013 10,124 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 10,020 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2012 9,842 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 9,610 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 9,072 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 8,796 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 8,551 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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MWV 118W is a 1981 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1981 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 26,372 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 MWV 118W, 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 45 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 MWV 118W?

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What year was MWV 118W registered?

MWV 118W is a 1981 BMW R80, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is MWV 118W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MWV 118W shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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