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B521 ORU

1984 BMW R80

Silver Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,660 mi
Last recorded39,660 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2019
Typical for 1984 BMW R8038,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB521 ORU
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 4 Sep 2019 39,660 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 39,523 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 39,104 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 38,507 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion left hand front (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 37,662 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 37,540 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 37,510 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 37,268 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 36,907 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 36,540 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 36,054 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 34,849 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 34,194 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 33,001 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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B521 ORU is a 1984 BMW R80 in Silver with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 38,602 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 B521 ORU, 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 42 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 B521 ORU?

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What year was B521 ORU registered?

B521 ORU is a 1984 BMW R80, first registered on 29 August 1984.

Is B521 ORU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B521 ORU shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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