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P234 FVV

1997 BMW R850

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

31,323 mi
Last recorded31,323 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP234 FVV
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 31,323 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 31,113 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 31,021 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 30,571 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 30,152 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 29,558 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 29,302 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 28,792 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 27,819 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 24,165 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 24,165 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2007 23,901 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 23,648 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 23,154 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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P234 FVV is a 1997 BMW R850 in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P234 FVV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P234 FVV registered?

P234 FVV is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 31 January 1997.

Is P234 FVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P234 FVV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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