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N911 PUV

1996 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,020 mi
Last recorded56,020 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2015
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN911 PUV
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2015 56,020 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 54,758 miles

crack on swingarm bolt edge.

slight crack on offside front footrest bracket, not effecting fitting.

slight play in mountian between diff and swingarm.

Pass 19 Mar 2013 53,284 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 50,990 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2010 44,373 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 40,537 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 40,351 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 38,461 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2006 34,167 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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N911 PUV is a 1996 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 N911 PUV, 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 N911 PUV registered?

N911 PUV is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 8 May 1996.

Is N911 PUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N911 PUV shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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