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R251 FWW

1998 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,679 mi
Last recorded40,679 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW R85029,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR251 FWW
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2026 40,679 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 40,487 miles

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 39,606 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 39,595 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 39,583 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2017 37,536 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 37,206 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 36,553 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2014 35,578 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 34,774 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 33,986 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 32,721 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 31,755 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 30,818 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 23,750 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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R251 FWW is a 1998 BMW R850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 R251 FWW, 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 R251 FWW?

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What year was R251 FWW registered?

R251 FWW is a 1998 BMW R850, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R251 FWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R251 FWW shows 15 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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