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XAF 682T

1979 BMW R80

Black Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

28,559 mi
Last recorded28,559 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAF 682T
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 28,559 miles

Small oil leak from the engine.

Pass 26 Mar 2025 27,503 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2025 27,503 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 26,849 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 25,809 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 24,918 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 24,436 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2021 24,388 miles

Fuel cap leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 24,060 miles

Front tyre has slight cracking in the tread.

Pass 15 Mar 2019 23,575 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 23,108 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 22,870 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 22,545 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 22,509 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 22,353 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 22,166 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 21,789 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 21,699 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 21,633 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 21,520 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 21,252 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 21,042 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 20,792 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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XAF 682T is a 1979 BMW R80 in Black with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 XAF 682T, 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

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What year was XAF 682T registered?

XAF 682T is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 31 May 1979.

Is XAF 682T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAF 682T shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XAF 682T have outstanding finance?

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