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N821 HTM

1996 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,823 mi
Last recorded21,823 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2012
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN821 HTM
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2012 21,823 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 21,839 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 21,059 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 20,647 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 19,932 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 19 May 2006 19,921 miles

Front 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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N821 HTM is a 1996 BMW R850 in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 N821 HTM, 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 N821 HTM?

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What year was N821 HTM registered?

N821 HTM is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 18 April 1996.

Is N821 HTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N821 HTM shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N821 HTM have outstanding finance?

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