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N907 UPB

1996 BMW R850

Green Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

55,905 mi
Last recorded55,905 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2018
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN907 UPB
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2018 55,905 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 55,357 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 54,699 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 54,561 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 53,958 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 53,326 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 52,824 miles

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

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 52,603 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 51,875 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 50,604 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 48,590 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 45,722 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2006 45,704 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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N907 UPB is a 1996 BMW R850 in Green with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 N907 UPB, 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 N907 UPB registered?

N907 UPB is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 4 March 1996.

Is N907 UPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N907 UPB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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