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UAM 793Y

1983 BMW R80

Green Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,248 mi
Last recorded15,248 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2011
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUAM 793Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2011 15,248 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 14,106 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 11,971 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 10,449 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

seat secured by ratchet strap

Fail 8 Nov 2007 10,374 miles

Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2006 8,089 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 8,063 miles

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2005 5,885 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2005 5,858 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

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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UAM 793Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Green with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 UAM 793Y, 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 UAM 793Y registered?

UAM 793Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 2 June 1983.

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