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S779 JNW

1998 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

16,912 mi
Last recorded16,912 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW R85029,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS779 JNW
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 16,912 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 16,341 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 16,326 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak

Fail 19 Jul 2024 16,326 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak

Pass 30 Mar 2022 16,174 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Gear lever pivot worn

Pass 16 Jul 2020 16,158 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Slight oil leak from oil drain plug

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned Larger gap on nearside (2.4 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 16,075 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Tank support bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Slight play detected in rear wheel

Pass 8 Jun 2015 16,058 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 16,053 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 15,998 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2012 15,905 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2011 15,745 miles

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

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 May 2010 15,636 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

rear brake slightly binding

Pass 11 May 2009 15,332 miles

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

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

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

steering damper rod/seal damp

Pass 20 May 2008 15,087 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2007 14,746 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2006 14,529 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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S779 JNW is a 1998 BMW R850 in Silver with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 S779 JNW, 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.

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What year was S779 JNW registered?

S779 JNW is a 1998 BMW R850, first registered on 22 December 1998.

Is S779 JNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S779 JNW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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