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S61 NJR

1998 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,126 mi
Last recorded16,126 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2014
Typical for 1998 BMW R85029,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS61 NJR
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2014 16,126 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 16,126 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 12,388 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 12,388 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 18 Feb 2012 9,510 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 7,035 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 7,022 miles

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

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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S61 NJR is a 1998 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 S61 NJR, 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

How do I check the history of S61 NJR?

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What year was S61 NJR registered?

S61 NJR is a 1998 BMW R850, first registered on 22 September 1998.

Is S61 NJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S61 NJR shows 7 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.

Does S61 NJR have outstanding finance?

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