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ACZ 8796

1999 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,592 mi
Last recorded38,592 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 1999 BMW R85030,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACZ 8796
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 38,592 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 36,689 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))

Fail 12 May 2017 36,689 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2016 34,611 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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ACZ 8796 is a 1999 BMW R850 in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ACZ 8796, 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

How do I check the history of ACZ 8796?

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What year was ACZ 8796 registered?

ACZ 8796 is a 1999 BMW R850, first registered on 1 June 1999.

Is ACZ 8796 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACZ 8796 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ACZ 8796 have outstanding finance?

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