MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
53,646 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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scoring to rear brake disc
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
How Reliable is the BMW R850?
Based on 19,569 MOT tests across 1,481 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P186 OTU is a 1997 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 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 P186 OTU, 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 P186 OTU registered?
P186 OTU is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 20 March 1997.
Is P186 OTU safe to buy?
The MOT history for P186 OTU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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