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P47 CRB

1996 BMW R850

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

50,187 mi
Last recorded50,187 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP47 CRB
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 50,187 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 49,230 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 46,823 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Jun 2014 46,023 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 41,175 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 41,175 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 38,088 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 38,065 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 37,573 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 37,318 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 37,007 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 36,766 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 36,766 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2006 35,026 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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P47 CRB is a 1996 BMW R850 in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P47 CRB, 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

How do I check the history of P47 CRB?

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What year was P47 CRB registered?

P47 CRB is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 20 November 1996.

Is P47 CRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P47 CRB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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