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P151 VCU

1996 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2025
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,723 mi
Last recorded35,723 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP151 VCU
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2024 35,723 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 35,695 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 35,324 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 35,290 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 34,556 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 34,288 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 33,967 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 33,553 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2016 32,788 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 32,265 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 31,452 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 30,338 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 30,273 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 28,932 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 27,945 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 27,708 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 27,393 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 27,282 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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P151 VCU is a 1996 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 P151 VCU, 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 P151 VCU registered?

P151 VCU is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 17 October 1996.

Is P151 VCU safe to buy?

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