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P620 PSX

1997 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

12,132 mi
Last recorded12,132 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP620 PSX
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 12,132 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 10,126 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 9,084 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 8,338 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 7,682 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 7,678 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

exhaust emitting smoke

Pass 28 Jun 2017 7,594 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 7,446 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 7,262 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 6,991 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 6,796 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 6,741 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 6,631 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 6,559 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 6,432 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 6,274 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 5,835 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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P620 PSX is a 1997 BMW R850 in Blue 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 P620 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

How do I check the history of P620 PSX?

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What year was P620 PSX registered?

P620 PSX is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 23 May 1997.

Is P620 PSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P620 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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