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NUC 554Y

1982 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,934 mi
Last recorded49,934 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2022
Typical for 1982 BMW R8039,848 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNUC 554Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2022 49,934 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2021 49,822 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 49,712 miles
Fail 30 May 2020 49,712 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 48,537 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 64,265 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 64,224 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 56,166 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 5 Nov 2015 56,166 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 55,093 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2014 55,093 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 16 Aug 2013 53,682 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 53,682 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 52,291 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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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NUC 554Y is a 1982 BMW R80 in Blue with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NUC 554Y, 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 NUC 554Y registered?

NUC 554Y is a 1982 BMW R80, first registered on 16 October 1982.

Is NUC 554Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for NUC 554Y shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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