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M243 NRD

1994 BMW R80

Red Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,284 mi
Last recorded85,284 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2019
Typical for 1994 BMW R8046,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM243 NRD
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2019 85,284 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 85,210 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 84,051 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 84,046 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both front calipers (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 81,604 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 81,592 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

rear brake reserve adjustment at minimum requirement

Pass 16 Aug 2012 78,622 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 19 Aug 2011

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 19 Aug 2010 78,280 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 13 Aug 2009 77,254 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2008 76,160 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 76,148 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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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M243 NRD is a 1994 BMW R80 in Red with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 M243 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 M243 NRD registered?

M243 NRD is a 1994 BMW R80, first registered on 17 August 1994.

Is M243 NRD safe to buy?

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