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P454 LWG

1997 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,586 mi
Last recorded40,586 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2016
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP454 LWG
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2016 40,586 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 38,061 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2015 38,061 miles

Front Decelerometer brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.E1d)

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

Rear Decelerometer brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.E1d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 37,327 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 35,509 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 33,364 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 31,964 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 31,964 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 31,952 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 31,311 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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P454 LWG is a 1997 BMW R850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P454 LWG, 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 P454 LWG registered?

P454 LWG is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 2 April 1997.

Is P454 LWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P454 LWG shows 10 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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