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V378 ETT

1999 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,478 mi
Last recorded35,478 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2015
Typical for 1999 BMW R85030,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV378 ETT
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1999
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2015 35,478 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 35,249 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 35,047 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 31,562 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2008 28,349 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 May 2007 27,573 miles

battery flat - needs charging or replacement

Pass 16 Feb 2006 26,597 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2006 26,597 miles

Centre Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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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V378 ETT is a 1999 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 V378 ETT, 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

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What year was V378 ETT registered?

V378 ETT is a 1999 BMW R850, first registered on 22 October 1999.

Is V378 ETT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V378 ETT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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