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OYO 801Y

1982 BMW R80

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

46,160 mi
Last recorded46,160 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 1982 BMW R8039,848 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOYO 801Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 46,160 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 44,397 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 43,669 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 42,609 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2021 42,609 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2013 40,902 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 40,230 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 37,766 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 33,609 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 28,975 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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OYO 801Y is a 1982 BMW R80 in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1982 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 39,848 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 OYO 801Y, 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 44 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 OYO 801Y registered?

OYO 801Y is a 1982 BMW R80, first registered on 25 November 1982.

Is OYO 801Y safe to buy?

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