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P458 DSO

1997 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

60,256 mi
Last recorded60,256 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP458 DSO
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 60,256 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 60,223 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 May 2017 54,009 miles

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

front tyre worn and slightly misshaped

Pass 17 May 2016 47,961 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 31 Mar 2016 47,957 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 2 Apr 2015 41,448 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 41,448 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 34,951 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 28,014 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2012 19,014 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 18,548 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2010 16,909 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 14,210 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 12,619 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2007 10,792 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 9,112 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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P458 DSO is a 1997 BMW R850 in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P458 DSO, 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 P458 DSO registered?

P458 DSO is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P458 DSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P458 DSO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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