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R808 OGC

1998 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

41,903 mi
Last recorded41,903 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 BMW R85029,296 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR808 OGC
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2024 41,903 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 41,825 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 41,702 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 41,336 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 41,130 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 39,597 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 39,042 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2015 34,765 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 33,372 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 32,006 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 30,765 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 31 Jan 2011 29,619 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 28,474 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 26,312 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008 26,312 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 May 2006 25,606 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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R808 OGC is a 1998 BMW R850 in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R808 OGC, 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 R808 OGC registered?

R808 OGC is a 1998 BMW R850, first registered on 16 January 1998.

Is R808 OGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R808 OGC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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