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M161 NRD

1994 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

80,283 mi
Last recorded80,283 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 BMW R8046,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM161 NRD
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 80,283 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 80,105 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 79,564 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 78,800 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 77,566 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 76,289 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 75,739 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 74,407 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 73,266 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 72,491 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 71,561 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 70,513 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 67,056 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 65,256 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 63,954 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 61,379 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 59,027 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 56,669 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 54,609 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 51,738 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 51,738 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2005 49,860 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2005 49,858 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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M161 NRD is a 1994 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 M161 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M161 NRD registered?

M161 NRD is a 1994 BMW R80, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M161 NRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M161 NRD shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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