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V680 XJV

1999 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

44,995 mi
Last recorded44,995 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R85030,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV680 XJV
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 44,995 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2025 44,586 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 44,483 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 44,108 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2023 44,087 miles

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Shock Dust Seals Perishing

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2021 43,438 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 43,412 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 41,624 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 41,616 miles

Central Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2014 41,435 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 35,850 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 31,771 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 27,705 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 23,824 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 18,262 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 11,727 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 10,653 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 8,705 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 6,363 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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V680 XJV is a 1999 BMW R850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 V680 XJV, 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 V680 XJV registered?

V680 XJV is a 1999 BMW R850, first registered on 25 September 1999.

Is V680 XJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V680 XJV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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