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T132 XAO

1999 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

47,709 mi
Last recorded47,709 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 1999 BMW R85030,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT132 XAO
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 47,709 miles

Rear tyre cracking

front brake pad getting low

front tyre getting low

Fail 16 May 2018 47,709 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear tyre cracking

front brake pad getting low

front tyre getting low

Pass 11 May 2017 46,475 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 46,475 miles

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

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

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 45,202 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 45,093 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 44,585 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 44,436 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 42,678 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 42,635 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 39,129 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 38,695 miles

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

Headlamp lense cracked

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

Pass 23 Jun 2007 38,681 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 38,265 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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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T132 XAO is a 1999 BMW R850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 T132 XAO, 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.

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What year was T132 XAO registered?

T132 XAO is a 1999 BMW R850, first registered on 29 April 1999.

Is T132 XAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for T132 XAO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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