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VHG 66V

1979 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

45,686 mi
Last recorded45,686 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHG 66V
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2019 45,686 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 45,383 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 45,269 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 44,881 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 44,138 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 43,760 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 43,006 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 41,354 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 40,308 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 38,808 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2006 38,749 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2005 36,860 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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VHG 66V is a 1979 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1979 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 44,863 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 VHG 66V, 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 47 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 VHG 66V?

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What year was VHG 66V registered?

VHG 66V is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 25 September 1979.

Is VHG 66V safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHG 66V shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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