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UGS 587W

1981 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

27,148 mi
Last recorded27,148 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 1981 BMW R8026,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUGS 587W
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 27,148 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 26,258 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 25,974 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 25,417 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 25,168 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 24,714 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 24,710 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 22,855 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 21,094 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 18,456 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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UGS 587W is a 1981 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1981 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 26,372 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 UGS 587W, 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 45 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 UGS 587W registered?

UGS 587W is a 1981 BMW R80, first registered on 27 March 1981.

Is UGS 587W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UGS 587W shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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