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RYT 298Y

2008 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

80,250 mi
Last recorded80,250 miles
Recorded on31 May 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYT 298Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2014 80,250 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 78,667 miles
Fail 11 May 2013 78,667 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 May 2012 78,037 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 76,791 miles
Fail 14 May 2011 76,791 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Jun 2010 76,057 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 May 2009 74,678 miles
Fail 9 May 2009 74,678 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2008 72,826 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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RYT 298Y is a 2008 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 298Y, 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 18 years old, this BMW R80 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RYT 298Y registered?

RYT 298Y is a 2008 BMW R80, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is RYT 298Y safe to buy?

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