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OIG 9899

1980 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

11,269 mi
Last recorded11,269 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2017
Typical for 1980 BMW R8037,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOIG 9899
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2017 11,269 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 11,175 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front steering damper has slight play in joint

Fail 16 Apr 2015 11,064 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 11,064 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 10,911 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2014 10,911 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

battery insecure

Pass 19 Jul 2011 10,871 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 8,998 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 6,677 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2009 6,677 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 1,167 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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OIG 9899 is a 1980 BMW R80 in Blue with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 OIG 9899, 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

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What year was OIG 9899 registered?

OIG 9899 is a 1980 BMW R80, first registered on 5 June 1980.

Is OIG 9899 safe to buy?

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