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V821 ENP

1999 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

91,091 mi
Last recorded91,091 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW R85030,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV821 ENP
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1999
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 91,091 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2024 90,898 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 90,803 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 90,626 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2021 90,073 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2021 90,073 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Front Motorcycle structure is so deformed it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering Mudguard rubbing on tyre . Now repaired (6.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 89,744 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 84,902 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 77,667 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 77,667 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2015 71,073 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Mar 2014 62,965 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Mar 2014 62,965 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 56,497 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 56,464 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 55,938 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 55,888 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 55,571 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 55,114 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 54,688 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 52,705 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 51,614 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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V821 ENP is a 1999 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 V821 ENP, 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 V821 ENP registered?

V821 ENP is a 1999 BMW R850, first registered on 1 September 1999.

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The MOT history for V821 ENP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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