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R551 DGH

1997 BMW R850

Green Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

10,611 mi
Last recorded10,611 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR551 DGH
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2015 10,611 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 10,059 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 9,646 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 30 May 2012 9,359 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 May 2012 9,359 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 31 May 2011 9,189 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 31 May 2011 9,189 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 30 Apr 2010 8,972 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 8,972 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 1 May 2009 8,535 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 8,137 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 7,911 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 7,423 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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R551 DGH is a 1997 BMW R850 in Green with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R551 DGH, 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 R551 DGH registered?

R551 DGH is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 9 August 1997.

Is R551 DGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R551 DGH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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