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P579 HEY

1997 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

67,667 mi
Last recorded67,667 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP579 HEY
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2015 67,667 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 4 Jul 2015 67,667 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 67,384 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 66,681 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 66,259 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 66,230 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 63,961 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 59,993 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 57,778 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 57,716 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 2 Feb 2006 48,767 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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P579 HEY is a 1997 BMW R850 in Grey with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P579 HEY, 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 P579 HEY registered?

P579 HEY is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 1 June 1997.

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