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R93 SGM

1998 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

55,326 mi
Last recorded55,326 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2015
Typical for 1998 BMW R85029,296 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR93 SGM
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2015 55,326 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 55,326 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 51,765 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 44,523 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2013 44,523 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 38,639 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2011 37,393 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2011 37,393 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 37,061 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 36,938 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2009 36,938 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 36,810 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2007 36,757 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 36,628 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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R93 SGM is a 1998 BMW R850 in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R93 SGM, 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 R93 SGM registered?

R93 SGM is a 1998 BMW R850, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R93 SGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R93 SGM shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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