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S46 JPR

1998 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

84,108 mi
Last recorded84,108 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 1998 BMW R85029,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS46 JPR
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 84,108 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 82,114 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2017 79,881 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 77,903 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 75,769 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 73,068 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2013 68,684 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 64,372 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 59,070 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 54,947 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 49,328 miles

front wheel damage slight

Fail 17 Nov 2008 49,288 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 42,280 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 33,893 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play in the pivot bearings. (2.3.2)

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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S46 JPR 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 92.9%.

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 S46 JPR, 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 S46 JPR registered?

S46 JPR is a 1998 BMW R850, first registered on 1 November 1998.

Is S46 JPR safe to buy?

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