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K735 BMW

1996 BMW R850

Green Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

60,587 mi
Last recorded60,587 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK735 BMW
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 60,587 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 60,496 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 60,375 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 59,348 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2023 59,348 miles

Position lamp not working REAR TAIL LIGHT BULB REPLACED (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 59,099 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 57,077 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 57,073 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2019 57,023 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 56,739 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 56,087 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 54,805 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 53,349 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 53,118 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 52,781 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 51,920 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 49,987 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 44,454 miles

Front tyre low

Pass 9 Oct 2008 43,827 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R850?

Based on 19,569 MOT tests across 1,481 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,046
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,481
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 187
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 133
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 118
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 106
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 69
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K735 BMW is a 1996 BMW R850 in Green with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1996 BMW R850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 37,347 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R850 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 187 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K735 BMW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R850 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this BMW R850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K735 BMW registered?

K735 BMW is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 6 June 1996.

Is K735 BMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K735 BMW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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