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N796 TTN

1996 BMW R850

Green Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

62,520 mi
Last recorded62,520 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN796 TTN
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 62,520 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 61,679 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 60,806 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 59,707 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2022 58,926 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2022 58,926 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Pass 10 Apr 2015 58,492 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 57,051 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 57,051 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Thorn in front tyre

Pass 5 Apr 2013 56,410 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 12 May 2012 54,859 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 54,038 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 52,417 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 50,266 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2007 47,739 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 45,114 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 42,337 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 42,337 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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N796 TTN is a 1996 BMW R850 in Green with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 N796 TTN, 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 N796 TTN registered?

N796 TTN is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 2 July 1996.

Is N796 TTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N796 TTN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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