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P7 GKG

1998 BMW R850

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

44,693 mi
Last recorded44,693 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW R85029,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP7 GKG
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 44,693 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 43,179 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 41,884 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 41,201 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2021 41,201 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 33,632 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 31,505 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 29,534 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 28,531 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 24,814 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2016 24,814 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 22,634 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 21,357 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 18,779 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 16,848 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 16,255 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 16,092 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 15,916 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 15,255 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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P7 GKG is a 1998 BMW R850 in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1998 BMW R850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 29,296 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 P7 GKG, 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 28 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 P7 GKG registered?

P7 GKG is a 1998 BMW R850, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is P7 GKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P7 GKG 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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