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N606 JLM

1996 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

46,753 mi
Last recorded46,753 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN606 JLM
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 46,753 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 46,177 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged starting to split/perish (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 45,705 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 45,489 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 44,855 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 44,656 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 44,463 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 43,660 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 42,895 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 42,443 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 42,147 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 41,327 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 40,087 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 38,721 miles

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

uneven tyre wear on front

Pass 6 May 2011 36,500 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 36,211 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 36,211 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 35,930 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 34,457 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 33,751 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 32,367 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))

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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N606 JLM is a 1996 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 N606 JLM, 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 N606 JLM registered?

N606 JLM is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 3 June 1996.

Is N606 JLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N606 JLM shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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