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P646 ETO

1997 BMW R850

Green Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests22 (22 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,358 mi
Last recorded69,358 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP646 ETO
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

22 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2026 69,358 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 69,129 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 68,776 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 68,043 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 67,847 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 67,310 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 66,905 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 65,966 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 64,262 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 63,582 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 62,637 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 61,951 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 60,439 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 58,920 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 56,384 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 53,151 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 51,305 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 49,222 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 46,709 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 43,860 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 39,860 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2005 36,749 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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P646 ETO is a 1997 BMW R850 in Green with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P646 ETO, 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 P646 ETO?

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What year was P646 ETO registered?

P646 ETO is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 16 January 1997.

Is P646 ETO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P646 ETO shows 22 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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