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C300 PPF

1985 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

14,151 mi
Last recorded14,151 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 1985 BMW R8040,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC300 PPF
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2017 14,151 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 14,032 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 13,308 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 12,742 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2013 12,309 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 16 May 2013 12,309 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 11,978 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 11,738 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 11,238 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 11,099 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 11,099 miles

Offside Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 10,742 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 10,522 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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C300 PPF is a 1985 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1985 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 40,822 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 C300 PPF, 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 41 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 C300 PPF?

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What year was C300 PPF registered?

C300 PPF is a 1985 BMW R80, first registered on 6 August 1985.

Is C300 PPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C300 PPF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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