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PYE 855Y

1983 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

51,244 mi
Last recorded51,244 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2013
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYE 855Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2013 51,244 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Windscreen appears to be excessively tinted

Pass 12 Jun 2012 51,068 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 50,771 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 50,576 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 50,203 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 49,881 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 49,616 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 48,485 miles

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

Nearside Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Jun 2005 48,224 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2005 48,224 miles

Rear Brake linkage excessively damaged (3.2.A1c)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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 855Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Blue with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PYE 855Y, 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

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What year was PYE 855Y registered?

PYE 855Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 10 June 1983.

Is PYE 855Y safe to buy?

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