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RYT 109Y

1998 BMW R80

Green Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,868 mi
Last recorded39,868 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2014
Typical for 1998 BMW R8048,336 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYT 109Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2014 39,868 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 39,397 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 26,056 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 9,627 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 9,627 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 30 Aug 2006 9,627 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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RYT 109Y is a 1998 BMW R80 in Green with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 48,336 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 RYT 109Y, 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 28 years old, this BMW R80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RYT 109Y?

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What year was RYT 109Y registered?

RYT 109Y is a 1998 BMW R80, first registered on 17 June 1998.

Is RYT 109Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RYT 109Y shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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