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T183 XPB

1999 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

42,468 mi
Last recorded42,468 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 1999 BMW R85030,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT183 XPB
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 42,468 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 42,468 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 42,333 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 42,116 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 41,921 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 4,141 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 4,049 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2014 38,578 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2013 37,026 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 35,745 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 33,984 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 33,984 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 6 Mar 2010 29,484 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 23,498 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 18,119 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 16,885 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 13,357 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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T183 XPB is a 1999 BMW R850 in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 T183 XPB, 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 T183 XPB registered?

T183 XPB is a 1999 BMW R850, first registered on 27 July 1999.

Is T183 XPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T183 XPB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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