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TJC 557T

1979 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,213 mi
Last recorded94,213 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2007
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJC 557T
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 3 Jul 2007 94,213 miles

Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 94,213 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 93,795 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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TJC 557T is a 1979 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 44,863 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 TJC 557T, 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 47 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 TJC 557T?

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What year was TJC 557T registered?

TJC 557T is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 8 June 1979.

Is TJC 557T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TJC 557T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TJC 557T have outstanding finance?

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