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NWR 926V

1980 BMW R80

Black Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,248 mi
Last recorded83,248 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2020
Typical for 1980 BMW R8037,283 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWR 926V
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2020 83,248 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2020 83,248 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2010 83,088 miles
Fail 3 May 2008 80,040 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 May 2008 80,040 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 69,186 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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NWR 926V is a 1980 BMW R80 in Black with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 37,283 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 NWR 926V, 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 46 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 NWR 926V?

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What year was NWR 926V registered?

NWR 926V is a 1980 BMW R80, first registered on 14 June 1980.

Is NWR 926V safe to buy?

The MOT history for NWR 926V shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NWR 926V have outstanding finance?

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