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M179 AJC

1995 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

73,807 mi
Last recorded73,807 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2012
Typical for 1995 BMW R85038,880 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM179 AJC
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2012 73,807 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 72,958 miles

Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 72,916 miles

Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 70,459 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 64,135 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2008 64,135 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 57,702 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2007 57,702 miles

Lower Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 May 2006 37,789 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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M179 AJC is a 1995 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1995 BMW R850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 38,880 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 M179 AJC, 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 31 years old, this BMW R850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M179 AJC registered?

M179 AJC is a 1995 BMW R850, first registered on 1 May 1995.

Is M179 AJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M179 AJC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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