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V962 DGT

1999 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

52,700 mi
Last recorded52,700 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW R85030,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV962 DGT
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 52,700 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 52,497 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 52,409 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 52,108 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 51,877 miles

Front brake anti rattle shims missing

Pass 17 Mar 2020 51,638 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 50,441 miles

front brake pad anti rattle springs missing

Pass 14 Mar 2018 49,181 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 47,322 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 45,187 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 45,175 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 43,033 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Mar 2014 40,447 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 37,389 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 36,073 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 35,096 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 33,765 miles

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 29,670 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 28,884 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2007 26,031 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 22,288 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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V962 DGT is a 1999 BMW R850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 V962 DGT, 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 V962 DGT registered?

V962 DGT is a 1999 BMW R850, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V962 DGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V962 DGT shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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