CarVerify

Free Car Check

YOJ 125T

1979 BMW R80

Black Petrol 800cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,585 mi
Last recorded18,585 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYOJ 125T
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 18,585 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 13 May 2017 18,585 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2016 18,635 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 2 May 2015 18,535 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2015 18,535 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2014 18,535 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Fail 5 Apr 2014 18,535 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2013 18,535 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 18,535 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

front brake light not required before april 1st 1986

Pass 16 Apr 2011 18,535 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

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

Pass 10 Apr 2010 18,535 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 10 Apr 2010 18,535 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 18,535 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 18,346 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 18,346 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 18,340 miles

front fork seals damp with fluid

slight play in head bearings

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
Full BMW R80 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YOJ 125T is a 1979 BMW R80 in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 44,863 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 YOJ 125T, 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 47 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 YOJ 125T?

You can check the full history of YOJ 125T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YOJ 125T registered?

YOJ 125T is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 3 April 1979.

Is YOJ 125T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YOJ 125T shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YOJ 125T have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YOJ 125T. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.