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LUI 5722

1998 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,042 mi
Last recorded19,042 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2016
Typical for 1998 BMW R85029,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUI 5722
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2016 19,042 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 18,589 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 28 May 2015 16,650 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 10 Jun 2014 15,949 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 30 May 2014 15,944 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 May 2013 15,009 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 14,007 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 12,978 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

nail in front tyre tread

play in top yoke bearing

Pass 19 May 2010 10,675 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 8,330 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 5,300 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 5,293 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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LUI 5722 is a 1998 BMW R850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 BMW R850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 29,296 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 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 LUI 5722, 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 28 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 LUI 5722 registered?

LUI 5722 is a 1998 BMW R850, first registered on 13 August 1998.

Is LUI 5722 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LUI 5722 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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