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M687 SVR

1995 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

29,131 mi
Last recorded29,131 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2015
Typical for 1995 BMW R85038,880 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM687 SVR
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2015 29,131 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 29,111 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 16 May 2012 28,557 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 26,084 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2011 26,084 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 25,374 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 25,374 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 24,327 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 23,226 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 21,737 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 19,912 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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M687 SVR is a 1995 BMW R850 in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 M687 SVR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M687 SVR registered?

M687 SVR is a 1995 BMW R850, first registered on 29 June 1995.

Is M687 SVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M687 SVR shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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