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P570 PSX

1997 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

43,468 mi
Last recorded43,468 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP570 PSX
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 43,468 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Front wheel rubber valve stem cracking. (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 43,128 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 42,817 miles

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim Small dink in front wheel rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 41,475 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 40,497 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 40,182 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 39,693 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 37,371 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively disc bobbings (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear rear bleed nipple sheared off

Fail 3 Jul 2018 37,371 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively disc bobbings (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear rear bleed nipple sheared off

Pass 10 Dec 2016 37,061 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 35,768 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 35,528 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 35,247 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 33,794 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 31,355 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2008 28,951 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 27,991 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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P570 PSX is a 1997 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 P570 PSX, 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 P570 PSX registered?

P570 PSX is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 29 April 1997.

Is P570 PSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P570 PSX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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