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R963 TLH

1997 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,727 mi
Last recorded30,727 miles
Recorded on28 May 2020
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR963 TLH
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2020 30,727 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 30,727 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 30,715 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 6 Nov 2018 30,715 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2014 30,714 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 30,680 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 20 Aug 2013 30,680 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Nail in rear tyre

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 30,373 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2012 30,373 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 30,362 miles

Front Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 30,352 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 27,417 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 24,061 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 24,061 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 21,805 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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R963 TLH is a 1997 BMW R850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R963 TLH, 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

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What year was R963 TLH registered?

R963 TLH is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 24 October 1997.

Is R963 TLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R963 TLH shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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