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VRD 948Y

1983 BMW R80

Grey Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,779 mi
Last recorded22,779 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRD 948Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2023 22,779 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 22,660 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 22,647 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 22,103 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 21,798 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 20,779 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 19,889 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 18,379 miles

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

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 14 Nov 2008 88,407 miles

Offside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 88,407 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 87,307 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2007 87,307 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2006 85,802 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 84,152 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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VRD 948Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Grey with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 VRD 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 VRD 948Y?

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What year was VRD 948Y registered?

VRD 948Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 17 June 1983.

Is VRD 948Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRD 948Y shows 14 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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