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PYE 835Y

1983 BMW R80

White Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

56,447 mi
Last recorded56,447 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYE 835Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2023 56,447 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2023 56,447 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 55,704 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 53,465 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 50,177 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 50,093 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 48,632 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 48,589 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 48,238 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 47,612 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2009 42,744 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 41,824 miles

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 41,824 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 39,312 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 39,312 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 May 2006 38,065 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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PYE 835Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in White with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 PYE 835Y, 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 PYE 835Y?

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What year was PYE 835Y registered?

PYE 835Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 8 April 1983.

Is PYE 835Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PYE 835Y shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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