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SBN 407S

1978 BMW R80

Orange Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

60,532 mi
Last recorded60,532 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2010
Typical for 1978 BMW R8040,096 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBN 407S
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2010 60,532 miles

geae lever spindal worn

Pass 17 Jun 2009 52,509 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 45,406 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 45,349 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Fail 16 Dec 2006 42,880 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Dec 2006 42,880 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 40,099 miles

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

Fail 5 Jan 2006 40,086 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 5 Oct 2005 40,078 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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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SBN 407S is a 1978 BMW R80 in Orange with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1978 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 40,096 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 SBN 407S, 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 48 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 SBN 407S registered?

SBN 407S is a 1978 BMW R80, first registered on 16 March 1978.

Is SBN 407S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBN 407S shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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