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URG 251Y

1983 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2024
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,496 mi
Last recorded16,496 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURG 251Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2023 16,496 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement sidecar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Wheel bearing has slight play sidecar (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2022 15,318 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Wheel bearing has slight play side car (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 13,386 miles

Nearside Wheel bearing has slight play side car (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 12,883 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 10,155 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2008 8,804 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 5,781 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 2,510 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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URG 251Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 URG 251Y, 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 URG 251Y registered?

URG 251Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 7 April 1983.

Is URG 251Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for URG 251Y shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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