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P34 FJO

1997 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

35,504 mi
Last recorded35,504 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP34 FJO
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 35,504 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 35,348 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 34,954 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 34,208 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 31,054 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 30,042 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Jun 2021 30,042 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 29,851 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2018 29,851 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2017 28,048 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 27,842 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 27,582 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 25,484 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 22,611 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 22,337 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 22,076 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 22,038 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 21,680 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 18,548 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 16,205 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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P34 FJO is a 1997 BMW R850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P34 FJO, 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 P34 FJO registered?

P34 FJO is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 3 May 1997.

Is P34 FJO safe to buy?

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