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S813 MGN

1999 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

59,375 mi
Last recorded59,375 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R85030,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS813 MGN
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 59,375 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 58,899 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 56,235 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 44,170 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 28,556 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 19,793 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 19,790 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 16,867 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 16,676 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 16,596 miles

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

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 22 Dec 2005 16,095 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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S813 MGN is a 1999 BMW R850 in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 S813 MGN, 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

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What year was S813 MGN registered?

S813 MGN is a 1999 BMW R850, first registered on 29 January 1999.

Is S813 MGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S813 MGN shows 11 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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