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N544 MUA

1996 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,149 mi
Last recorded71,149 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2015
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN544 MUA
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2015 71,149 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2015 71,149 miles

Brake disc(s) insecure bobbins not correctly fitted (3.2.A1g)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread 3d effect (6.3.4b)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2014 69,936 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 69,929 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 67,617 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2012 63,190 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 58,950 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 54,686 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 50,065 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 46,296 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 41,039 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 36,774 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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N544 MUA is a 1996 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N544 MUA, 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 N544 MUA registered?

N544 MUA is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 3 June 1996.

Is N544 MUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N544 MUA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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