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N605 OAD

1996 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,503 mi
Last recorded64,503 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN605 OAD
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 25 Sep 2025 64,503 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 63,431 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 61,126 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 59,375 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 56,427 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 54,400 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 52,898 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 51,122 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 50,317 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 47,229 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 44,639 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)

Pass 13 May 2014 42,895 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

slight play in rear dif!!

Pass 15 May 2013 41,613 miles

slight play in swinging arm shaft!

Pass 10 May 2012 39,710 miles

front wheel slighly dragging!

Pass 20 Jul 2010 39,629 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 30,119 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

slight play in paralever bearing

Pass 3 Apr 2008 29,994 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

general corrosion

Pass 5 Apr 2007 29,936 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

general corrosion

Pass 6 Apr 2006 29,820 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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N605 OAD is a 1996 BMW R850 in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N605 OAD, 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 N605 OAD registered?

N605 OAD is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 12 April 1996.

Is N605 OAD safe to buy?

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