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SGF 168Y

1983 BMW R80

White Petrol 767cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

1,911 mi
Last recorded1,911 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGF 168Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine767cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 1,911 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 1,869 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 1,846 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 1,841 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 1,778 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 1,760 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 1,708 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 1,697 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 1,697 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side walls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Stop lamp not working from handle bar lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear tyre cracking

Pass 30 Aug 2017 1,679 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 1,634 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 1,624 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 1,589 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 20 Jul 2011 1,524 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 1,344 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 965 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 958 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2008 952 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2007 537 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 53,934 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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SGF 168Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in White with a 767cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1983 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 41,105 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 SGF 168Y, 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 43 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 SGF 168Y registered?

SGF 168Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is SGF 168Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGF 168Y shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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