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R464 OCF

1998 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,332 mi
Last recorded54,332 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW R85029,296 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR464 OCF
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2026 54,332 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 54,054 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 53,655 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 52,930 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 52,733 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 52,278 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 51,273 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 44,927 miles

rear brake slightly sticky

Pass 21 Mar 2013 44,820 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 44,475 miles

Front brake pads on limit 1mm

Oil leak

Rear brake has a very slight bind

Rear brake pads worn

Rear tyre worn

Pass 22 Feb 2011 43,840 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 38,428 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 38,006 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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R464 OCF is a 1998 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 R464 OCF, 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 R464 OCF registered?

R464 OCF is a 1998 BMW R850, first registered on 9 May 1998.

Is R464 OCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R464 OCF shows 13 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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