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UHR 948Y

1983 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

458 mi
Last recorded458 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2025
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUHR 948Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2025 458 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 447 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 21 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 56,370 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 56,107 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 55,728 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 55,225 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 54,735 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 54,037 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 53,679 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 53,453 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 53,157 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 53,157 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 53,137 miles

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 2 May 2008 53,157 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 52,263 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 47,964 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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UHR 948Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 UHR 948Y, 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 UHR 948Y?

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What year was UHR 948Y registered?

UHR 948Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 6 July 1983.

Is UHR 948Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for UHR 948Y shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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