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R395 HMV

1997 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

14,207 mi
Last recorded14,207 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR395 HMV
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 14,207 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 23 Jul 2025 14,207 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect beam converter fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 13,899 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 13,677 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

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

Fail 14 Apr 2018 13,677 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 12,356 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 12,356 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 8,949 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 8,949 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 8,800 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 8,800 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 May 2013 8,297 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 7,804 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 6,737 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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R395 HMV is a 1997 BMW R850 in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 R395 HMV, 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.

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What year was R395 HMV registered?

R395 HMV is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R395 HMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R395 HMV shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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