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VSC 439V

1980 BMW R80

Orange Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,058 mi
Last recorded47,058 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2020
Typical for 1980 BMW R8037,283 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSC 439V
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2020 47,058 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 47,025 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 46,990 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 46,877 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 46,877 miles

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 46,604 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2015 46,359 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2015 46,359 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 46,108 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 45,996 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 45,657 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 45,197 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 44,851 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 44,309 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 44,210 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 43,845 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 43,845 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2006 43,625 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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VSC 439V is a 1980 BMW R80 in Orange with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 37,283 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 VSC 439V, 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 46 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 VSC 439V registered?

VSC 439V is a 1980 BMW R80, first registered on 4 July 1980.

Is VSC 439V safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSC 439V shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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