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R238 RCH

1998 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

53,596 mi
Last recorded53,596 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW R85029,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR238 RCH
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 53,596 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 53,184 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 53,133 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 52,844 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 51,842 miles
Fail 11 May 2021 51,842 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2020 51,523 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 23 May 2019 51,374 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 51,215 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 51,008 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 50,872 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 50,635 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 50,535 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 50,256 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 50,152 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 49,714 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 49,467 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 49,467 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 49,037 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 47,091 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 44,596 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 42,652 miles

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

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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R238 RCH is a 1998 BMW R850 in Grey with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1998 BMW R850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 29,296 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 R238 RCH, 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 28 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 R238 RCH registered?

R238 RCH is a 1998 BMW R850, first registered on 8 January 1998.

Is R238 RCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R238 RCH shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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