CarVerify

Free Car Check

YOJ 129T

1979 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

59,118 mi
Last recorded59,118 miles
Recorded on5 May 2018
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Above 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 129T
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 May 2018 59,118 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 58,839 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 58,679 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 58,671 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2014 57,867 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 57,862 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Aug 2013 57,369 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 57,369 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 56,678 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 56,310 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 55,613 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 55,613 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2009 55,055 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Oil leak

Fail 18 Jul 2009 55,055 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jun 2008 54,902 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Nov 2006 53,797 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
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 129T is a 1979 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 129T, 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 129T?

You can check the full history of YOJ 129T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YOJ 129T registered?

YOJ 129T is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 3 April 1979.

Is YOJ 129T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YOJ 129T shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YOJ 129T 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 129T. 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.