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P361 BRS

1996 BMW R850

Green Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,086 mi
Last recorded33,086 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP361 BRS
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 33,086 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 33,073 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 33,003 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2019 33,003 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 31,314 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 30,071 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 30,071 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. refit (2.1.1c)

Pass 17 May 2016 29,784 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 29,447 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 29,096 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2013 28,240 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 27,799 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 24,931 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2011 24,930 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2010 21,669 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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P361 BRS is a 1996 BMW R850 in Green with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P361 BRS, 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 P361 BRS registered?

P361 BRS is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 12 September 1996.

Is P361 BRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P361 BRS shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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