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T449 JAD

1999 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

34,784 mi
Last recorded34,784 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 1999 BMW R85030,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT449 JAD
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 34,784 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 34,783 miles

Front Lower Small oil leak at base of engine

Tyres getting old, front 10years old, rear 9 years old.

Fail 21 Apr 2022 34,783 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Lower Small oil leak at base of engine

Tyres getting old, front 10years old, rear 9 years old.

Pass 17 Jul 2019 34,213 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 32,491 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 31,170 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 30,212 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 29,523 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 29,259 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 28,986 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 28,692 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 28,407 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 28,117 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 28,014 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 27,602 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 27,148 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 26,228 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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T449 JAD 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 94.1%.

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 T449 JAD, 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 T449 JAD registered?

T449 JAD is a 1999 BMW R850, first registered on 19 April 1999.

Is T449 JAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for T449 JAD shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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