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SUH 40S

1978 BMW R80

Orange Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2022
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,671 mi
Last recorded48,671 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2021
Typical for 1978 BMW R8040,096 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUH 40S
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 27 Sep 2021 48,671 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 47,139 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 46,095 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 44,878 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 42,943 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 41,056 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 38,763 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 36,718 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 34,208 miles

forign body rear tyre

Pass 11 Sep 2012 32,734 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 30,446 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 28,162 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 26,348 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 25,042 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 22,824 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 20,922 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 119,676 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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SUH 40S is a 1978 BMW R80 in Orange with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 SUH 40S, 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

How do I check the history of SUH 40S?

You can check the full history of SUH 40S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SUH 40S registered?

SUH 40S is a 1978 BMW R80, first registered on 2 May 1978.

Is SUH 40S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUH 40S shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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