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UBL 68Y

1983 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,260 mi
Last recorded22,260 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2022
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBL 68Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2022 22,260 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 22,127 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 21,864 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 21,740 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 21,581 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 20,820 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 20,189 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 20,189 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 20 Jul 2005 20,172 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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UBL 68Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 UBL 68Y, 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

How do I check the history of UBL 68Y?

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What year was UBL 68Y registered?

UBL 68Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 7 April 1983.

Is UBL 68Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBL 68Y 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.

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