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TJH 842S

1978 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,812 mi
Last recorded24,812 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 1978 BMW R8040,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJH 842S
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 24,812 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 24,474 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 24,445 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 24,445 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 24,426 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 24,426 miles

Front Sidecar direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Sidecar direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Fail 7 Jul 2008 24,420 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 24,158 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 24,158 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Nearside Rear Sidecar suspension has an insecure unit. (5.2.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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TJH 842S is a 1978 BMW R80 in Blue with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 TJH 842S, 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

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What year was TJH 842S registered?

TJH 842S is a 1978 BMW R80, first registered on 3 February 1978.

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The MOT history for TJH 842S shows 9 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.

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