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N97 FYD

1996 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

41,627 mi
Last recorded41,627 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2020
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN97 FYD
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2020 41,627 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 30 Nov 2020 41,627 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 41,002 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 40,619 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 40,194 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 40,189 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 40,076 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 39,429 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 39,073 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 39,073 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 38,337 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 37,962 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 37,923 miles

Offside Front Lower Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 37,821 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Fail 18 Mar 2009 37,821 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2006 36,323 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 36,323 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear 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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N97 FYD is a 1996 BMW R850 in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N97 FYD, 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 N97 FYD registered?

N97 FYD is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 22 January 1996.

Is N97 FYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N97 FYD shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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