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S819 MGN

1999 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

77,698 mi
Last recorded77,698 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW R85030,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS819 MGN
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 77,698 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 77,300 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 77,040 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 76,876 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2021 76,322 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 75,943 miles

Central Front Lower Steering damper pivot seals perished.

Central Upper Fuel cap seal starting to perish.

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

Rear Rear tyre worn unevenly and starting to perish.

Pass 26 Apr 2019 73,845 miles

Central Front Steering linkage ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2018 72,683 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 71,935 miles

Central Front Lower Tele-lever fork rubber boot perished.

Central Rear Final drive gearbox mount free play.

Pass 16 Apr 2016 71,333 miles

slight play in rear differential

Fail 16 Apr 2016 71,333 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

slight play in rear differential

Pass 25 Apr 2015 70,789 miles

play in rear diff

rear suspension operation noisy

Pass 16 Apr 2014 70,356 miles

play in final drive pivot

Pass 13 Apr 2013 69,578 miles

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

play in rear diff

rear suspension creeks

Pass 7 Apr 2012 66,403 miles

play in rear diff

rear suspension creeks

Fail 7 Apr 2011 65,460 miles

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

side play in differential

Pass 7 Apr 2011 65,460 miles

side play in differential

Pass 24 Apr 2010 62,339 miles

play in rear drive shaft

Pass 14 Mar 2009 59,235 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2008 56,901 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2007 49,314 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2006 41,085 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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S819 MGN is a 1999 BMW R850 in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 S819 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 S819 MGN registered?

S819 MGN is a 1999 BMW R850, first registered on 19 February 1999.

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