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P379 TDD

1996 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,082 mi
Last recorded36,082 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP379 TDD
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2025 36,082 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 35,616 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 34,446 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2022 33,484 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 31,019 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2020 26,077 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 25,261 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 21,849 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 19,681 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 17,901 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 15,187 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 13,425 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 12,565 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 11,037 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 10,975 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 10,897 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 10,768 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 10,516 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 10,468 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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P379 TDD is a 1996 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 P379 TDD, 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 P379 TDD registered?

P379 TDD is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 1 October 1996.

Is P379 TDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P379 TDD shows 19 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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