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N894 CMJ

1995 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,107 mi
Last recorded55,107 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 1995 BMW R85038,880 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN894 CMJ
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 55,107 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2024 54,843 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2024 54,843 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 54,798 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 54,679 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 54,645 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 54,524 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Jul 2018 54,524 miles

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

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 54,246 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 53,725 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 53,502 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 53,166 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 53,084 miles

Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 52,708 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 51,824 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 50,409 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 47,767 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 37,777 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 28,634 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2006 21,272 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2005 19,720 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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N894 CMJ is a 1995 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1995 BMW R850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 38,880 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 N894 CMJ, 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 31 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 N894 CMJ registered?

N894 CMJ is a 1995 BMW R850, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N894 CMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N894 CMJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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