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VWY 97X

1981 BMW R80

White Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,360 mi
Last recorded81,360 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R8026,372 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWY 97X
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 13 Jan 2021 81,360 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 81,201 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 81,004 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 80,785 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 80,603 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 80,411 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 80,336 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 79,914 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 79,136 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2008 78,182 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 77,423 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 76,897 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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VWY 97X is a 1981 BMW R80 in White with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 26,372 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 VWY 97X, 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 45 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 VWY 97X?

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What year was VWY 97X registered?

VWY 97X is a 1981 BMW R80, first registered on 19 September 1981.

Is VWY 97X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VWY 97X shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VWY 97X have outstanding finance?

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