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N189 PEE

1996 BMW R850

Green Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,262 mi
Last recorded59,262 miles
Recorded on30 May 2013
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN189 PEE
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2013 59,262 miles

indicators flashing fast but not more than 120 per minute

Fail 29 May 2013 59,258 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

indicators flashing fast but not more than 120 per minute

Fail 29 Mar 2012 58,109 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 58,109 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 55,126 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 51,888 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 47,516 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 45,685 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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N189 PEE is a 1996 BMW R850 in Green with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 BMW R850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 37,347 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 N189 PEE, 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 30 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 N189 PEE registered?

N189 PEE is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 13 March 1996.

Is N189 PEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N189 PEE shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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