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R103 JSC

1998 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2025
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,630 mi
Last recorded34,630 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 BMW R85029,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR103 JSC
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2024 34,630 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 34,605 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 34,256 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 33,891 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 33,788 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 33,269 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 33,104 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 32,523 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 32,469 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 31,891 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 31,329 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 28,191 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 25,554 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 22,839 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 22,528 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 22,250 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 20,985 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 19,510 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 17,428 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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R103 JSC is a 1998 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 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 R103 JSC, 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

How do I check the history of R103 JSC?

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What year was R103 JSC registered?

R103 JSC is a 1998 BMW R850, first registered on 10 April 1998.

Is R103 JSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R103 JSC 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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