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P288 UFR

1996 BMW R850

Green Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

68,883 mi
Last recorded68,883 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2016
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP288 UFR
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2016 68,883 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 67,683 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 65,642 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 62,842 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 57,915 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 4 May 2010 54,554 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 50,048 miles

Number plate slightly deteriorated

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

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

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

Fail 22 Apr 2008 40,312 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 22 Apr 2008 40,312 miles

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

number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 19 May 2007 30,266 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 17,489 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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P288 UFR is a 1996 BMW R850 in Green with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P288 UFR, 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 P288 UFR registered?

P288 UFR is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 25 October 1996.

Is P288 UFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P288 UFR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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