MOT Status
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26,553 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
Brake disc(s) slightly worn front brake disc bobbins have slight wear (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)
Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)
Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the BMW R850?
Based on 19,569 MOT tests across 1,481 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R729 ESX is a 1997 BMW R850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.
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 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 R729 ESX, 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 R729 ESX registered?
R729 ESX is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 15 August 1997.
Is R729 ESX safe to buy?
The MOT history for R729 ESX shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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