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R263 GVX

1998 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

30,982 mi
Last recorded30,982 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW R85029,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR263 GVX
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 30,982 miles

Suspension slightly loose Slight play in swing arm bearings (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2025 30,603 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 30,430 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 29,753 miles
Fail 20 May 2023 29,716 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Apr 2022 29,298 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2022 29,263 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 28,835 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 28,233 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 26,897 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 25,262 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 25,076 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 24,766 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 24,589 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 24,047 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 23,737 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 23,178 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 21,842 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 19,927 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 14,366 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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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R263 GVX is a 1998 BMW R850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R263 GVX, 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 R263 GVX registered?

R263 GVX is a 1998 BMW R850, first registered on 21 May 1998.

Is R263 GVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R263 GVX shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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