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P852 OPO

1997 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

80,085 mi
Last recorded80,085 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP852 OPO
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2018 80,085 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 77,282 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 77,259 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2012 75,650 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 73,883 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 63,894 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 63,894 miles

Front Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2009 47,688 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2008 37,094 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2007 31,445 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2006 27,098 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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P852 OPO is a 1997 BMW R850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P852 OPO, 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 P852 OPO registered?

P852 OPO is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 2 June 1997.

Is P852 OPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P852 OPO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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