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R931 HGK

1997 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

43,657 mi
Last recorded43,657 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR931 HGK
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 43,657 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 43,648 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 43,492 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 43,054 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 42,170 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 41,615 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 41,615 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 40,938 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 40,646 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 40,038 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 39,117 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 37,045 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 May 2012 36,411 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 36,118 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2010 35,802 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 35,188 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 34,138 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2007 32,820 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 30,252 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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R931 HGK is a 1997 BMW R850 in Silver with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R931 HGK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R931 HGK?

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What year was R931 HGK registered?

R931 HGK is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R931 HGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R931 HGK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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