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YDD 432S

1978 BMW R80

Black Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

63,282 mi
Last recorded63,282 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2022
Typical for 1978 BMW R8040,096 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDD 432S
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2022 63,282 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 60,945 miles

Fuel cap seal perrished

Pass 26 Apr 2019 1,641 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2018 67,655 miles

Both front flexi brake hoses lose in holders

Foot pedal very little reserve travel

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

Pass 11 May 2017 63,675 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 62,108 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 61,135 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 61,089 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2010 60,145 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 59,548 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 58,549 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 58,331 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 58,324 miles

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

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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YDD 432S is a 1978 BMW R80 in Black with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YDD 432S, 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 YDD 432S?

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What year was YDD 432S registered?

YDD 432S is a 1978 BMW R80, first registered on 4 May 1978.

Is YDD 432S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDD 432S shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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