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P343 CTF

1996 BMW R850

White Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,803 mi
Last recorded56,803 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP343 CTF
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2017 56,803 miles

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

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

has oil leek right side oil cooler

number plate hanger loose

Pass 25 Aug 2016 48,465 miles

number plat hanger a bit loos

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 41,715 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 33,024 miles

Front wheel a little stiff

Machine very dirty

Pass 20 Jul 2013 21,884 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2012 19,937 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 18,362 miles

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Apr 2010 18,036 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 17,728 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 17,245 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 16,977 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 16,732 miles
Pass 17 May 2005 16,442 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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P343 CTF is a 1996 BMW R850 in White with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 P343 CTF, 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 P343 CTF registered?

P343 CTF is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 19 November 1996.

Is P343 CTF safe to buy?

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