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P419 UNW

1997 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

63,940 mi
Last recorded63,940 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2022
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP419 UNW
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2022 63,940 miles

Front Brake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 61,804 miles

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired lens cracked (4.2.1 (b))

clutch lever slightly stiff and appears near end of travel

rear indicators reinforced with tape

Pass 17 Aug 2020 55,662 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 50,287 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 48,787 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 45,782 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 42,116 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 36,976 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 30,700 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 27,428 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 14 May 2010 27,428 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 27,396 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Steering damper ineffective (2.1.2d)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2007 27,334 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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P419 UNW is a 1997 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 P419 UNW, 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 P419 UNW registered?

P419 UNW is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 6 March 1997.

Is P419 UNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P419 UNW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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