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R712 GDS

1998 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,549 mi
Last recorded41,549 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW R85029,296 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR712 GDS
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2025 41,549 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 41,169 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 40,485 miles

Indicators flashing at maximum rate

center stand slow at retracting

rear indicator wiring hanging down

Pass 14 Aug 2021 39,900 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 39,441 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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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R712 GDS is a 1998 BMW R850 in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 R712 GDS, 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 R712 GDS registered?

R712 GDS is a 1998 BMW R850, first registered on 3 February 1998.

Is R712 GDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R712 GDS shows 5 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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