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YYX 237T

1979 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

595 mi
Last recorded595 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 BMW R8044,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYX 237T
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2018 595 miles

exhaust noisy.

oil seal leaking into rear brake drum from drive shaft.

Fail 21 Jun 2018 579 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

exhaust noisy.

oil seal leaking into rear brake drum from drive shaft.

Pass 25 May 2017 127 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 73,896 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 73,508 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2014 73,434 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 73,323 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 70,652 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 89,953 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 63,368 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 82,271 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 81,732 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2006 80,242 miles

Nearside rear indicator has some movement on mounting.

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 237T is a 1979 BMW R80 in Silver with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 237T, 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 237T registered?

YYX 237T is a 1979 BMW R80, first registered on 17 May 1979.

Is YYX 237T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YYX 237T shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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