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V850 JGW

1999 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

38,516 mi
Last recorded38,516 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R85030,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV850 JGW
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 38,516 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2026 38,498 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2025 38,129 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 37,904 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 37,640 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 37,513 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 37,455 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2020 37,406 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2017 37,296 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 37,166 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 37,163 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 36,909 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 36,870 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 36,738 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 35,972 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 35,430 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 35,152 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 35,152 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Offside Front Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 9 May 2008 33,946 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 33,224 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 29,668 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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V850 JGW is a 1999 BMW R850 in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 V850 JGW, 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 V850 JGW registered?

V850 JGW is a 1999 BMW R850, first registered on 2 November 1999.

Is V850 JGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V850 JGW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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