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PDW 695Y

1982 BMW R80

Black Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,050 mi
Last recorded71,050 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2016
Typical for 1982 BMW R8039,848 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDW 695Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2016 71,050 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. offside and nearside stanchion (2.3.1)

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2015 66,145 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Mar 2014 59,469 miles

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

offside seat rubbers worn making seat slightly loose

Pass 7 Mar 2014 59,469 miles

offside seat rubbers worn making seat slightly loose

Pass 30 Mar 2013 56,121 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 54,978 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 53,918 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 51,837 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 51,832 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 50,722 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 50,707 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 50,217 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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PDW 695Y is a 1982 BMW R80 in Black with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 PDW 695Y, 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 PDW 695Y registered?

PDW 695Y is a 1982 BMW R80, first registered on 3 September 1982.

Is PDW 695Y safe to buy?

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