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T386 JBP

1999 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,586 mi
Last recorded10,586 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW R85030,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT386 JBP
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 10,586 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 9,500 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 8,997 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2023 8,997 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 8,997 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 8,988 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 7,935 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 7,935 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2017 7,917 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 7,872 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 7,796 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 7,688 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 7,637 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 7,520 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 7,161 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 6,946 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 6,507 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 5,428 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2007 4,286 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 4,272 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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T386 JBP is a 1999 BMW R850 in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 T386 JBP, 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 T386 JBP registered?

T386 JBP is a 1999 BMW R850, first registered on 8 March 1999.

Is T386 JBP safe to buy?

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