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T640 JGT

1999 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

25,521 mi
Last recorded25,521 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2005
Typical for 1999 BMW R85030,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT640 JGT
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2005 25,521 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2005 25,521 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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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T640 JGT is a 1999 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 T640 JGT, 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 T640 JGT?

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What year was T640 JGT registered?

T640 JGT is a 1999 BMW R850, first registered on 1 June 1999.

Is T640 JGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T640 JGT shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T640 JGT have outstanding finance?

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