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YYX 223T

1979 BMW R80

Green Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,138 mi
Last recorded73,138 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2015
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYX 223T
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2015 73,138 miles

Rear Brake only just passes test and has poor stopping ability.

Pass 31 May 2014 72,030 miles

electric box insecure

no mirrors fitted

thottle cable nocthy slightly

Fail 27 May 2014 72,030 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

electric box insecure

no mirrors fitted

thottle cable nocthy slightly

Pass 4 May 2013 70,824 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 70,610 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 70,283 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 70,257 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 70,248 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2005 70,206 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
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YYX 223T is a 1979 BMW R80 in Green with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 223T, 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 223T registered?

YYX 223T is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 5 July 1979.

Is YYX 223T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YYX 223T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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