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P879 AFX

1997 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,449 mi
Last recorded43,449 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2014
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP879 AFX
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2014 43,449 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 41,679 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 41,567 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 39,896 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 38,308 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 35,016 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 35,016 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2009 30,148 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 23,573 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 20,129 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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P879 AFX is a 1997 BMW R850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P879 AFX, 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 P879 AFX registered?

P879 AFX is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 25 March 1997.

Is P879 AFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P879 AFX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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