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M189 NRD

1994 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

97,092 mi
Last recorded97,092 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 1994 BMW R8046,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM189 NRD
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 97,092 miles

front brake slightly lagging in oporation

Pass 14 Nov 2023 97,030 miles

Travel in front brake lever

Pass 21 Sep 2021 96,917 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 96,414 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 96,375 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 95,618 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 94,151 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 92,368 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 90,275 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 88,557 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 86,210 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 84,453 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 80,002 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 80,525 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 78,531 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 78,531 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 77,838 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 77,424 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 77,376 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2006 76,797 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 76,797 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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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M189 NRD is a 1994 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M189 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 M189 NRD registered?

M189 NRD is a 1994 BMW R80, first registered on 3 August 1994.

Is M189 NRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M189 NRD shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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