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P632 RDM

1997 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,211 mi
Last recorded52,211 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP632 RDM
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2023 52,211 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2022 52,003 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 51,487 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2020 51,139 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 50,885 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 50,885 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 48,857 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 48,857 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2017 48,009 miles

Slight oil leak from rear of engine

Pass 20 Apr 2011 48,009 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 47,792 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 46,445 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 46,445 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 43,424 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 39,886 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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P632 RDM is a 1997 BMW R850 in Grey with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P632 RDM, 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.

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What year was P632 RDM registered?

P632 RDM is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is P632 RDM safe to buy?

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