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OEU 847Y

1983 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,439 mi
Last recorded73,439 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2021
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEU 847Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2021 73,439 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 73,214 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 73,074 miles

Brake light does not illuminate when front brake is applied

Fail 27 Jun 2017 73,074 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 72,925 miles

Advise stop light not working from front brake lever

Pass 19 May 2015 71,938 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 71,134 miles

Sidecar wheel alignment has slight toe-out (5.3.1a)

Fail 21 May 2014 71,134 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Sidecar attachment insecure (5.1.1b)

Sidecar wheel alignment has slight toe-out (5.3.1a)

Pass 11 May 2013 71,012 miles
Fail 11 May 2013 71,012 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Fail 19 May 2012 70,457 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Sidecar attachment insecure (5.1.1b)

Pass 19 May 2012 70,457 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 70,328 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 70,106 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 69,914 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 69,514 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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OEU 847Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 OEU 847Y, 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

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What year was OEU 847Y registered?

OEU 847Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 28 May 1983.

Is OEU 847Y safe to buy?

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