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WGM 866Y

1983 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,561 mi
Last recorded79,561 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2022
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGM 866Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2022 79,561 miles

slight oil leak

Fail 12 Jul 2022 79,533 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

slight oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2021 78,963 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2021 78,963 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 78,564 miles

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 77,749 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 77,555 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 77,013 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 76,661 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 76,098 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 76,012 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 76,012 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 75,365 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 75,016 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 74,951 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 74,925 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

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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WGM 866Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WGM 866Y, 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

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What year was WGM 866Y registered?

WGM 866Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 30 June 1983.

Is WGM 866Y safe to buy?

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