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RHL 483X

1980 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

13,026 mi
Last recorded13,026 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 1980 BMW R8037,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHL 483X
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 13,026 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2023 13,026 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 12,333 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 11,747 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2020 11,747 miles

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

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2019 11,141 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 11,141 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 10,478 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2017 10,465 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 9,245 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 9,234 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 7,300 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 5,769 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 1,503 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 1,189 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 393 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 75,627 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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RHL 483X is a 1980 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1980 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 37,283 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 RHL 483X, 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 46 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 RHL 483X registered?

RHL 483X is a 1980 BMW R80, first registered on 31 December 1980.

Is RHL 483X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHL 483X shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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