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M254 NRD

1994 BMW R80

Orange Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1994 BMW R8046,191 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM254 NRD
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1994
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018
Pass 6 Jul 2017
Pass 5 Jun 2015 1,084 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 9,800 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 6,900 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 13,435 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Jun 2010 10,096 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 6,902 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Fail 11 Jun 2008 57,740 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 57,740 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 54,342 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 54,342 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

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

advise further examination of front brake pipe on dismantling

Pass 16 Jan 2006 53,752 miles

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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M254 NRD is a 1994 BMW R80 in Orange with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 M254 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 M254 NRD registered?

M254 NRD is a 1994 BMW R80, first registered on 17 August 1994.

Is M254 NRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M254 NRD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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