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YYX 141T

1979 BMW R80

Red Petrol 797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

88,439 mi
Last recorded88,439 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2018
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYX 141T
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine797cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2018 88,439 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 88,439 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 88,439 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 88,439 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 88,439 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 88,439 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 88,439 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 88,439 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 88,439 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 88,439 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 88,439 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 Aug 2009

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 88,439 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 88,438 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 88,438 miles

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

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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YYX 141T is a 1979 BMW R80 in Red with a 797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YYX 141T, 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

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What year was YYX 141T registered?

YYX 141T is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 8 March 1979.

Is YYX 141T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YYX 141T shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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