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R966 MGJ

1997 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

49,486 mi
Last recorded49,486 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW R85036,749 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR966 MGJ
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc
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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 49,486 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 48,039 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil BOTH NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 47,952 miles

Front Brake component slightly loose BOTH OFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE FLOATING BOBBINS HAVE MOVEMENT (1.1.21 (c))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil BOTH NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 47,654 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively FLOATING BOBBINS HAVE WEAR. NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 26 Aug 2021 47,654 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively FLOATING BOBBINS HAVE WEAR. NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 47,586 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 47,318 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 47,148 miles

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Fail 25 Jul 2018 47,146 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering damper ineffective leaking (2.1.4 (d) (i))

Front Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 46,933 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 46,615 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 46,456 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 46,158 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 45,262 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 44,697 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 43,688 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 42,906 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 41,864 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 41,723 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 41,560 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 41,560 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Apr 2006 41,215 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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R966 MGJ is a 1997 BMW R850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1997 BMW R850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 36,749 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 R966 MGJ, 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 29 years old, this BMW R850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R966 MGJ registered?

R966 MGJ is a 1997 BMW R850, first registered on 1 November 1997.

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