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M160 NRD

1994 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

68,886 mi
Last recorded68,886 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2013
Typical for 1994 BMW R8046,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM160 NRD
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2013 68,886 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 5 Nov 2011 57,765 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 29 Oct 2011 57,443 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2010 41,573 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 26,702 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2009 26,478 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Aug 2008 9,541 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 93,076 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2007 92,385 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2006 77,760 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 77,528 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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M160 NRD is a 1994 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1994 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 46,191 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 M160 NRD, 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 32 years old, this BMW R80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M160 NRD registered?

M160 NRD is a 1994 BMW R80, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M160 NRD safe to buy?

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