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TJH 980Y

1983 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

96,678 mi
Last recorded96,678 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2014
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJH 980Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2014 96,678 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 95,897 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 95,246 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 94,513 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 93,526 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 93,488 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 May 2009 92,711 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 91,304 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 89,116 miles

tyres under-inflated

Pass 8 May 2006 88,687 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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TJH 980Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 TJH 980Y, 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

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What year was TJH 980Y registered?

TJH 980Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 11 April 1983.

Is TJH 980Y safe to buy?

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