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VDC 800S

1978 BMW R80

Black Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

72 mi
Last recorded72 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2025
Typical for 1978 BMW R8040,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVDC 800S
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2025 72 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 51,753 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Apr 2019 51,753 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 50,741 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 49,832 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 49,074 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 48,053 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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VDC 800S is a 1978 BMW R80 in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1978 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 40,096 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VDC 800S, 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 48 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 VDC 800S?

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What year was VDC 800S registered?

VDC 800S is a 1978 BMW R80, first registered on 2 February 1978.

Is VDC 800S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VDC 800S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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