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P756 SHV

1997 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

51,108 mi
Last recorded51,108 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP756 SHV
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2023 51,108 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit flat spot on centre of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 51,101 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 51,085 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 51,085 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 50,853 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 50,853 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2018 50,798 miles

STEERING DAMPER HAS A LIGHT MISTING OF OIL

Pass 19 Aug 2017 50,338 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 50,219 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 49,427 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 47,895 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 45,525 miles

Brake fluid reservoir slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 43,336 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 42,417 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 40,555 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 39,376 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 38,657 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 36,781 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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P756 SHV is a 1997 BMW R850 in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P756 SHV, 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 P756 SHV registered?

P756 SHV is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is P756 SHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P756 SHV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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