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N51 SPR

1996 BMW R850

Red Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

36,652 mi
Last recorded36,652 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2015
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN51 SPR
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2015 36,652 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 36,337 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 35,619 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 1 Aug 2012 35,134 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 34,398 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 33,732 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2009 32,984 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 32,069 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 32,069 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 31,073 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 30,060 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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N51 SPR is a 1996 BMW R850 in Red with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 N51 SPR, 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

How do I check the history of N51 SPR?

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What year was N51 SPR registered?

N51 SPR is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 13 June 1996.

Is N51 SPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N51 SPR shows 11 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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