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N395 XKJ

1996 BMW R850

Green Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,021 mi
Last recorded75,021 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2014
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN395 XKJ
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2014 75,021 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 74,469 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 74,047 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2011 72,584 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 72,167 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 70,202 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 70,202 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 68,724 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 68,724 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2007 66,191 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 66,173 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2006 64,423 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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N395 XKJ is a 1996 BMW R850 in Green with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 N395 XKJ, 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 N395 XKJ registered?

N395 XKJ is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N395 XKJ safe to buy?

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