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V310 LWU

1999 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,842 mi
Last recorded20,842 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW R85030,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV310 LWU
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2025 20,842 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2024 20,729 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 19,613 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2022 18,225 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 15,956 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre profile worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 14,603 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 14,533 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 13,640 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 1,288 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 12,873 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 12,656 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 11,881 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 11,234 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 10,585 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 9,769 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 9,385 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 8,948 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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V310 LWU is a 1999 BMW R850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 BMW R850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 30,046 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 V310 LWU, 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 27 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 V310 LWU?

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What year was V310 LWU registered?

V310 LWU is a 1999 BMW R850, first registered on 2 September 1999.

Is V310 LWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V310 LWU shows 17 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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