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R765 NUF

1998 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,172 mi
Last recorded16,172 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW R85029,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR765 NUF
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 16,172 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 16,172 miles
Fail 7 May 2024 16,172 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 16,150 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2022 16,125 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 14,850 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 14,850 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 13,614 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 13,509 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 13,500 miles

Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 13,109 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 13,090 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 12,879 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 12,288 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2011 12,288 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Fail 26 Jul 2011 12,278 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 21 May 2010 12,163 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 11,708 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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R765 NUF is a 1998 BMW R850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R765 NUF, 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 R765 NUF?

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What year was R765 NUF registered?

R765 NUF is a 1998 BMW R850, first registered on 2 June 1998.

Is R765 NUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R765 NUF shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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