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N346 GWC

1996 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

42,742 mi
Last recorded42,742 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2023
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN346 GWC
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2023 42,742 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 42,554 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 42,551 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 42,323 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 41,948 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 40,197 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 39,891 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 39,747 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2014 39,747 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Fail 22 Mar 2012 38,381 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 38,381 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 35,736 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 32,359 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2009 32,359 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 29,683 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 26,772 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 24,525 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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N346 GWC is a 1996 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1996 BMW R850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 37,347 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 N346 GWC, 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 30 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 N346 GWC registered?

N346 GWC is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 8 June 1996.

Is N346 GWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N346 GWC shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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