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N509 WDP

1996 BMW R850

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2016
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

92,097 mi
Last recorded92,097 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2015
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN509 WDP
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2015 92,097 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 92,097 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 4 May 2011 90,066 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2011 9,005 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 80,305 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 80,019 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2008 75,728 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 75,728 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Fail 21 Feb 2007 72,282 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2007 72,282 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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N509 WDP is a 1996 BMW R850 in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 N509 WDP, 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 N509 WDP registered?

N509 WDP is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 20 April 1996.

Is N509 WDP safe to buy?

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