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R779 ULX

1997 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

26,447 mi
Last recorded26,447 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2019
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR779 ULX
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2019 26,447 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 26,217 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 25,956 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 23,319 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 21,584 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 21,567 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 21,512 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 21,452 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 21,385 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 20,957 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 20,890 miles

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 19,497 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 18,889 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 18,507 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 81,445 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 17,407 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 17,407 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front 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.

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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R779 ULX is a 1997 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R779 ULX, 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 R779 ULX registered?

R779 ULX is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 16 September 1997.

Is R779 ULX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R779 ULX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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