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M229 NRD

1994 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,651 mi
Last recorded42,651 miles
Recorded on3 May 2011
Typical for 1994 BMW R8046,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM229 NRD
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2011 42,651 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2010 42,259 miles

fairing gaiters at fork legs slightly displaced

a second side stand has been fitted. this has neither a 'cut out' nor spring loaded automatic retraction. possible to ride off with this stand down. Owner strongly advised.

Pass 7 Mar 2009 42,127 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 41,581 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 18 Jul 2006 40,930 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 40,929 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1) DANGEROUS

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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M229 NRD is a 1994 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 M229 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 M229 NRD registered?

M229 NRD is a 1994 BMW R80, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M229 NRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M229 NRD shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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