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RMH 162Y

1982 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

43,677 mi
Last recorded43,677 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2024
Typical for 1982 BMW R8039,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRMH 162Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2024 43,677 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 43,554 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 43,366 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 43,158 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 42,848 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 41,694 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 41,292 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 40,925 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 40,290 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 39,603 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 39,603 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 38,209 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 38,204 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

engine oil light on

Pass 11 Aug 2012 37,444 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 37,035 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 36,387 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 36,168 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 43,972 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 33,141 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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RMH 162Y is a 1982 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 RMH 162Y, 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

How do I check the history of RMH 162Y?

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What year was RMH 162Y registered?

RMH 162Y is a 1982 BMW R80, first registered on 31 August 1982.

Is RMH 162Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RMH 162Y shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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