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SVA 232S

1978 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,137 mi
Last recorded91,137 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2015
Typical for 1978 BMW R8040,096 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVA 232S
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2015 91,137 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2014 90,995 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 90,674 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 89,760 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 89,186 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 88,477 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 85,146 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 80,404 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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SVA 232S is a 1978 BMW R80 in Blue with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 SVA 232S, 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 SVA 232S?

You can check the full history of SVA 232S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SVA 232S registered?

SVA 232S is a 1978 BMW R80, first registered on 18 January 1978.

Is SVA 232S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVA 232S shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SVA 232S have outstanding finance?

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