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N211 ARB

1996 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

60,178 mi
Last recorded60,178 miles
Recorded on31 May 2014
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN211 ARB
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2014 60,178 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 59,996 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 59,553 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2010 59,136 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 58,872 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2009 58,872 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Feb 2008 56,530 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 54,872 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 53,596 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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N211 ARB is a 1996 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 N211 ARB, 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.

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How do I check the history of N211 ARB?

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What year was N211 ARB registered?

N211 ARB is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N211 ARB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N211 ARB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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