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R294 LFX

1997 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,185 mi
Last recorded91,185 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2010
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR294 LFX
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2010 91,185 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 85,138 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Apr 2008 78,712 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 72,957 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 68,894 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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R294 LFX is a 1997 BMW R850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 R294 LFX, 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

How do I check the history of R294 LFX?

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What year was R294 LFX registered?

R294 LFX is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R294 LFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R294 LFX shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R294 LFX have outstanding finance?

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