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P804 KVN

1996 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,871 mi
Last recorded55,871 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2021
Typical for 1996 BMW R85037,347 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP804 KVN
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2021 55,871 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 49,500 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 45,434 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 41,801 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 28 Jun 2017 41,779 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 41,704 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front tyre wall started to perish

Fail 19 Jul 2014 41,704 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front tyre wall started to perish

Fail 12 May 2014 41,698 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 22 May 2013 41,240 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 41,032 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 41,017 miles

Offside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 40,636 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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P804 KVN is a 1996 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P804 KVN, 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 P804 KVN registered?

P804 KVN is a 1996 BMW R850, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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