MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
85,503 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the BMW R850?
Based on 19,569 MOT tests across 1,481 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P491 APK is a 1996 BMW R850 in Green with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 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 P491 APK, 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.
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What year was P491 APK registered?
P491 APK is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 1 October 1996.
Is P491 APK safe to buy?
The MOT history for P491 APK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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