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OEU 581Y

1983 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,349 mi
Last recorded13,349 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEU 581Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 15 Feb 2023 13,349 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2022 13,320 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2020 13,310 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2019 13,257 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2018 13,223 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2017 13,186 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 13,116 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 13,072 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2014 12,890 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2013 12,597 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2012 12,383 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 11,662 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 10,710 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 7,845 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 4,771 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 128 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 16,524 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
Full BMW R80 reliability report

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OEU 581Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 OEU 581Y, 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

How do I check the history of OEU 581Y?

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What year was OEU 581Y registered?

OEU 581Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 1 May 1983.

Is OEU 581Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEU 581Y shows 17 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 OEU 581Y have outstanding finance?

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