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ORP 188Y

1983 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2024
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,536 mi
Last recorded29,536 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORP 188Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 25 Aug 2023 29,536 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 29,364 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 28,578 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 28,443 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 2 Apr 2011 27,804 miles

BEAM PATTERN POOR BUT ADEQUATE

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2010 27,697 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

HEADLAMP BEAM PATTERN POOR

REAR DAMPING WEAK

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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ORP 188Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 ORP 188Y, 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 ORP 188Y?

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What year was ORP 188Y registered?

ORP 188Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 22 April 1983.

Is ORP 188Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORP 188Y shows 6 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 ORP 188Y have outstanding finance?

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