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P952 KKJ

1997 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,895 mi
Last recorded35,895 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP952 KKJ
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2024 35,895 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 35,733 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 35,447 miles
Fail 3 May 2022 35,442 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Aug 2020 32,343 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 31,237 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 31,143 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 31,076 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 31,040 miles

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 20 Apr 2016 31,040 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2015 30,797 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 30,597 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 30,173 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 29,646 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 29,163 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 28,129 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 27,685 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 27,067 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 23,518 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 23,067 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 23,067 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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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P952 KKJ is a 1997 BMW R850 in Grey with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P952 KKJ, 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 P952 KKJ registered?

P952 KKJ is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 28 April 1997.

Is P952 KKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P952 KKJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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