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R245 AJC

1998 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,552 mi
Last recorded7,552 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 BMW R85029,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR245 AJC
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2013 7,552 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 6,812 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 5,847 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 4,228 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 2,916 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 2,846 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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R245 AJC is a 1998 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R245 AJC, 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

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What year was R245 AJC registered?

R245 AJC is a 1998 BMW R850, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R245 AJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R245 AJC shows 6 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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