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M240 NRD

1994 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

10,031 mi
Last recorded10,031 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 BMW R8046,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM240 NRD
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 10,031 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 9,873 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2025 9,873 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 2,585 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 2,398 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 2,199 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2022 2,193 miles

Fork yoke insecure (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 1,961 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 1,807 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 1,732 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2019 1,721 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable rear tyre fitted (5.2.3 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements black and silver (0.1 (d))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 1,165 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016
Pass 5 Jun 2014 64,338 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 63,196 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 61,978 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 61,978 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 60,734 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

some corrosion in rear swinging arm

Fail 18 May 2011 60,729 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

centre stand does not return (one spring missing)

some corrosion in rear swinging arm

Pass 30 Oct 2007 59,341 miles

minor exhaust leak ,left hand side............................

Pass 25 Aug 2006 55,747 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 55,726 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.2.B2a)

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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M240 NRD is a 1994 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 M240 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

How do I check the history of M240 NRD?

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What year was M240 NRD registered?

M240 NRD is a 1994 BMW R80, first registered on 17 August 1994.

Is M240 NRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M240 NRD shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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