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YGT 667S

1978 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

3,444 mi
Last recorded3,444 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2017
Typical for 1978 BMW R8040,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYGT 667S
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2017 3,444 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 May 2016 1 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 16,351 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

motorcycle fairings removed,seat deteriorated but secure, fuel tank damaged but not leaking

Fail 10 Mar 2012 16,351 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

motorcycle fairings removed,seat deteriorated but secure, fuel tank damaged but not leaking

Fail 25 Mar 2011 22,360 miles

Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Oil leak

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

motorcycle heavily corroded, seat b ase deteriorated and corroded

Pass 25 Mar 2011 22,360 miles

Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Oil leak

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

motorcycle heavily corroded, seat b ase deteriorated and corroded

Pass 9 Apr 2010 29,232 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 8 Apr 2010 29,232 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 38,467 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

for daytime use only

Pass 22 Jun 2006 36,758 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 36,758 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 4 Jul 2005 33,698 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2005 33,698 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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YGT 667S is a 1978 BMW R80 in Silver with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 YGT 667S, 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.

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What year was YGT 667S registered?

YGT 667S is a 1978 BMW R80, first registered on 3 April 1978.

Is YGT 667S safe to buy?

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