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P970 NLR

1997 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,886 mi
Last recorded45,886 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP970 NLR
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2025 45,886 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 45,524 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 44,967 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 44,782 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 44,240 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 42,945 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 42,231 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 41,805 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 41,444 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 40,562 miles

Front Brake master cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 40,343 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 39,342 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 38,568 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 37,883 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 37,426 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 32,980 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 27,975 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 24,236 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 23,107 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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P970 NLR is a 1997 BMW R850 in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P970 NLR, 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 P970 NLR registered?

P970 NLR is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 4 February 1997.

Is P970 NLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P970 NLR shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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