MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
80,477 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the BMW R850?
Based on 19,569 MOT tests across 1,481 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R870 VGC is a 1998 BMW R850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.
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 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 R870 VGC, 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.
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How do I check the history of R870 VGC?
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What year was R870 VGC registered?
R870 VGC is a 1998 BMW R850, first registered on 28 May 1998.
Is R870 VGC safe to buy?
The MOT history for R870 VGC shows 12 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.
Does R870 VGC have outstanding finance?
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