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XDF 874S

1978 BMW R80

Orange Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

46,581 mi
Last recorded46,581 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2016
Typical for 1978 BMW R8040,096 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDF 874S
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2016 46,581 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 28 May 2015 46,016 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 44,931 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 43,716 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 43,716 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 42,272 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 40,224 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 37,694 miles

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

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

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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XDF 874S is a 1978 BMW R80 in Orange with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1978 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 40,096 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 XDF 874S, 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 48 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 XDF 874S?

You can check the full history of XDF 874S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XDF 874S registered?

XDF 874S is a 1978 BMW R80, first registered on 19 April 1978.

Is XDF 874S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDF 874S shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XDF 874S have outstanding finance?

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