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M817 ACV

1995 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,326 mi
Last recorded59,326 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1995 BMW R85038,880 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM817 ACV
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 59,326 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2025 59,311 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake cylinder leaking master cylinder (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 59,002 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 58,672 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 56,719 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 56,565 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 55,791 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 55,379 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 55,376 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 55,376 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

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

Pass 1 May 2013 55,183 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 53,581 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 51,000 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 50,928 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Aug 2008 50,056 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 11 Aug 2007 39,849 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2007 39,849 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2006 35,079 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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M817 ACV is a 1995 BMW R850 in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M817 ACV, 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 M817 ACV registered?

M817 ACV is a 1995 BMW R850, first registered on 27 January 1995.

Is M817 ACV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M817 ACV shows 18 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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