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N916 XDO

1996 BMW R850

Green Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

34,328 mi
Last recorded34,328 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN916 XDO
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 34,328 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 34,308 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 34,273 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 34,131 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 34,015 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 33,725 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 33,441 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 33,349 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 33,248 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 32,783 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 32,415 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 32,268 miles

Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Fail 20 Nov 2010 32,123 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Nov 2010 32,123 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 31,973 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 31,765 miles

Steering damper bush has slight play

Pass 16 May 2007 31,169 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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N916 XDO is a 1996 BMW R850 in Green with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 N916 XDO, 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 N916 XDO registered?

N916 XDO is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 4 May 1996.

Is N916 XDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N916 XDO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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