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SWN 163Y

1983 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2024
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,459 mi
Last recorded39,459 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWN 163Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2023 39,459 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 39,012 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 37,583 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 35,123 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 31,948 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 31,247 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2012 29,657 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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SWN 163Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Silver with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 SWN 163Y, 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

How do I check the history of SWN 163Y?

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What year was SWN 163Y registered?

SWN 163Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 27 June 1983.

Is SWN 163Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWN 163Y shows 7 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 SWN 163Y have outstanding finance?

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