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R758 MTV

1998 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,003 mi
Last recorded54,003 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW R85029,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR758 MTV
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 6 May 2026 54,003 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 53,938 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 53,651 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 52,890 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 52,859 miles

slight play in drive shaft

Pass 19 Aug 2016 52,828 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 52,697 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 52,543 miles

slight free play in front floating discs

Pass 10 May 2013 52,352 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 52,093 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 50,341 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 49,253 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 48,360 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 46,101 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 44,013 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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R758 MTV is a 1998 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 R758 MTV, 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 R758 MTV registered?

R758 MTV is a 1998 BMW R850, first registered on 6 June 1998.

Is R758 MTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R758 MTV shows 15 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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