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S897 LEP

1999 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,782 mi
Last recorded15,782 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R85030,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS897 LEP
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 15,782 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2026 15,782 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect right hand dip headlight [masked] (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 13,789 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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S897 LEP is a 1999 BMW R850 in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 S897 LEP, 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

How do I check the history of S897 LEP?

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What year was S897 LEP registered?

S897 LEP is a 1999 BMW R850, first registered on 15 January 1999.

Is S897 LEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S897 LEP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S897 LEP have outstanding finance?

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