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XRM 506Y

1983 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,085 mi
Last recorded44,085 miles
Recorded on27 May 2020
Typical for 1983 BMW R8041,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRM 506Y
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2020 44,085 miles
Fail 27 May 2020 44,085 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 41,537 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2017 36,978 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2016 33,939 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 30,684 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 30,600 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 30,176 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 29,448 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 29,448 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 27,909 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 26,607 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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XRM 506Y is a 1983 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XRM 506Y, 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 XRM 506Y registered?

XRM 506Y is a 1983 BMW R80, first registered on 1 April 1983.

Is XRM 506Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRM 506Y shows 12 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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