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P653 MKR

1997 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

64,957 mi
Last recorded64,957 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2024
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP653 MKR
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2024 64,957 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2024 64,957 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 64,743 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2023 64,743 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 64,645 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 64,029 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 61,267 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 61,256 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 61,163 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 60,865 miles

head lamp masked for Lhd

Pass 19 Aug 2014 60,126 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 58,951 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 53,569 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 52,935 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 52,866 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 52,744 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 52,042 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 51,249 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 49,362 miles

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

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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P653 MKR is a 1997 BMW R850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 P653 MKR, 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 P653 MKR registered?

P653 MKR is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 13 June 1997.

Is P653 MKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P653 MKR shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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