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THU 789S

1978 BMW R80

Black Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,709 mi
Last recorded11,709 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 1978 BMW R8040,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHU 789S
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 11,709 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 10,658 miles

Aftermarket silencers fitted (bsau approved)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 8,822 miles

Aftermarket silencers fitted (BSAU approved)

Pass 26 May 2010 8,770 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 8,734 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 8,487 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 8,203 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 8,195 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2006 7,937 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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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THU 789S is a 1978 BMW R80 in Black with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 THU 789S, 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 THU 789S?

You can check the full history of THU 789S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was THU 789S registered?

THU 789S is a 1978 BMW R80, first registered on 1 July 1978.

Is THU 789S safe to buy?

The MOT history for THU 789S shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does THU 789S have outstanding finance?

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