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R332 NCW

1997 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

128,960 mi
Last recorded128,960 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR332 NCW
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 128,960 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2025 128,960 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 125,935 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 121,806 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 118,020 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 114,433 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 110,485 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 107,303 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 103,942 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 100,400 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2013 98,546 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2013 98,546 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 94,870 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 91,258 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 86,349 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2009 81,091 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 73,348 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2008 74,348 miles

Nearside Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Offside Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

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

Pass 17 May 2007 66,992 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 60,117 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2005 53,090 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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R332 NCW is a 1997 BMW R850 in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R332 NCW, 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

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What year was R332 NCW registered?

R332 NCW is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is R332 NCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R332 NCW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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