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OAT 879V

1979 BMW R80

Brown Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2022
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,000 mi
Last recorded36,000 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2021
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAT 879V
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2021 36,000 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 35,613 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2007 35,347 miles

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

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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OAT 879V is a 1979 BMW R80 in Brown with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 44,863 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 OAT 879V, 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 47 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 OAT 879V?

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What year was OAT 879V registered?

OAT 879V is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 22 November 1979.

Is OAT 879V safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAT 879V shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OAT 879V have outstanding finance?

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