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URG 290Y

1983 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,587 mi
Last recorded61,587 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2012
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURG 290Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2012 61,587 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 57,931 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 53,845 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 52,483 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 51,747 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2006 51,013 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 50,335 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 290Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 290Y, 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 290Y registered?

URG 290Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 22 April 1983.

Is URG 290Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for URG 290Y shows 7 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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