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N80 NDS

1998 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2024
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

12,329 mi
Last recorded12,329 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 1998 BMW R Series31,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN80 NDS
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023 12,329 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2023 12,329 miles

Brake pedal insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 8,798 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2022 8,798 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2016 8,767 miles

Nearside Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Jul 2015 7,794 miles

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 25 KgF (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 4,105 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 14 Feb 2014 4,105 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 31 Jan 2014 4,105 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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N80 NDS is a 1998 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1998 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 31,482 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N80 NDS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 28 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N80 NDS?

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What year was N80 NDS registered?

N80 NDS is a 1998 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 March 1998.

Is N80 NDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N80 NDS shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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