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N151 FLP

1995 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,147 mi
Last recorded32,147 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 1995 BMW R85038,880 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN151 FLP
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 32,147 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 28,791 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 28,708 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 28,499 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 27,710 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 27,264 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 26,834 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 26,518 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 26,200 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 15 Sep 2016 25,789 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 24,114 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 20,400 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 20,002 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 26,789 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2012 26,789 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Fail 31 Aug 2012 46,166 miles

Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 44,783 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 14 Feb 2011 44,383 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 43,448 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 42,771 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 41,530 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 38,437 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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N151 FLP is a 1995 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 N151 FLP, 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 N151 FLP registered?

N151 FLP is a 1995 BMW R850, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N151 FLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N151 FLP shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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