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R466 OCF

1998 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

9,140 mi
Last recorded9,140 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW R85029,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR466 OCF
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 9,140 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 8,725 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 8,198 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 7,541 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2022 7,511 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Remains on . Faulty front or rear brake light switch (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Aug 2021 5,896 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 4,107 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 3,937 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 3,920 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 3,885 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 3,852 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 3,852 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 3,848 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 3,813 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 3,758 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 3,526 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 3,364 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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R466 OCF is a 1998 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R466 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 R466 OCF registered?

R466 OCF is a 1998 BMW R850, first registered on 30 May 1998.

Is R466 OCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R466 OCF shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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