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P106 NVU

1997 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

49,293 mi
Last recorded49,293 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP106 NVU
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2024 49,293 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 48,827 miles

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 48,229 miles

Front tyre has slight perishing to sidewalls & between treads

Pass 31 Mar 2021 47,699 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 47,471 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 46,184 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 45,763 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 45,680 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 44,914 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn Front disc/hub assembly (3.2.A1l)

Fail 2 Sep 2015 44,194 miles

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

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 44,878 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 44,320 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2013 44,320 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 44,238 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 41,717 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 39,516 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 37,564 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 35,757 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 33,876 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 29,108 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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P106 NVU is a 1997 BMW R850 in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 BMW R850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 36,749 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 P106 NVU, 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 29 years old, this BMW R850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P106 NVU registered?

P106 NVU is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 15 May 1997.

Is P106 NVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P106 NVU shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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