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P335 MVV

1997 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,715 mi
Last recorded26,715 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP335 MVV
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2025 26,715 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 26,698 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 26,682 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2022 26,668 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 26,654 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 26,628 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 26,599 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2018 26,567 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 26,507 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 26,444 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 26,402 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 26,138 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 26,133 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 24,102 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 21,804 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 20,659 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 15,097 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2005 9,788 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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P335 MVV is a 1997 BMW R850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P335 MVV, 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 P335 MVV registered?

P335 MVV is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 28 March 1997.

Is P335 MVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P335 MVV shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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