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XTW 628S

1978 BMW R80

Blue Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,630 mi
Last recorded19,630 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2014
Typical for 1978 BMW R8040,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTW 628S
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2014 19,630 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 19,595 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 19,578 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 58,207 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 14 May 2007 58,197 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2006 54,873 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front tyre has slight cracking to sidewalls.

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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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XTW 628S is a 1978 BMW R80 in Blue with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 XTW 628S, 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 XTW 628S?

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What year was XTW 628S registered?

XTW 628S is a 1978 BMW R80, first registered on 30 April 1978.

Is XTW 628S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTW 628S shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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