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XYX 359T

1978 BMW R80

Orange Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

90,860 mi
Last recorded90,860 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R8040,096 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYX 359T
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2018 90,860 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2018 90,860 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 89,954 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 87,087 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 86,465 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 84,004 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 84,004 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 82,936 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 82,247 miles

Front brakes binding slightly

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 81,238 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 81,216 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 16 Dec 2009 79,863 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009 79,855 miles

Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Nov 2008 77,935 miles

Front brakes binding slightly

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 26 Nov 2008 77,934 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front brakes binding slightly

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Nov 2007 75,199 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 72,177 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 70,099 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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XYX 359T is a 1978 BMW R80 in Orange with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 XYX 359T, 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

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What year was XYX 359T registered?

XYX 359T is a 1978 BMW R80, first registered on 3 November 1978.

Is XYX 359T safe to buy?

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