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S211 ODD

1998 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,869 mi
Last recorded20,869 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 BMW R85029,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS211 ODD
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2024 20,869 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 20,806 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 20,119 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 18,595 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 17,571 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 16,853 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 15,402 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 10,175 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 10,122 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 10,092 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 9,766 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 9,519 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 9,275 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 8,662 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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S211 ODD 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 100%.

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 S211 ODD, 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 S211 ODD registered?

S211 ODD is a 1998 BMW R850, first registered on 24 August 1998.

Is S211 ODD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S211 ODD shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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