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OYW 13Y

1983 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

55,879 mi
Last recorded55,879 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2022
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOYW 13Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2022 55,879 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 55,540 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 54,992 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 54,437 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 54,301 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 54,031 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 7 May 2015 53,483 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 52,810 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 50,969 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 50,110 miles

Oil leak

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 49,490 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 48,688 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 45,616 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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OYW 13Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 OYW 13Y, 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 OYW 13Y?

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What year was OYW 13Y registered?

OYW 13Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 10 February 1983.

Is OYW 13Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for OYW 13Y shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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