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R580 ENY

1998 BMW R850

Green Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests23 (23 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,090 mi
Last recorded19,090 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW R85029,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR580 ENY
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

23 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2025 19,090 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 19,070 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 19,053 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 18,777 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 18,760 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 18,743 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 18,725 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 18,658 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 18,553 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 18,335 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 18,009 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 17,716 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 17,520 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 17,392 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 17,195 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 16,940 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 16,403 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 15,931 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 15,077 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 13,949 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 12,210 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 11,535 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 10,304 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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R580 ENY is a 1998 BMW R850 in Green with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 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 R580 ENY, 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

How do I check the history of R580 ENY?

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What year was R580 ENY registered?

R580 ENY is a 1998 BMW R850, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R580 ENY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R580 ENY shows 23 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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