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T742 CGX

1999 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

40,117 mi
Last recorded40,117 miles
Recorded on21 May 2021
Typical for 1999 BMW R85030,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT742 CGX
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2021 40,117 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 37,952 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 37,793 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 35,948 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 33,165 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 29,826 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 26,330 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 26,018 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 25,359 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 24,885 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 24,145 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 22,970 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 20,876 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 May 2009 20,876 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 19,232 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 16,894 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 15,640 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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T742 CGX 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 T742 CGX, 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 T742 CGX?

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What year was T742 CGX registered?

T742 CGX is a 1999 BMW R850, first registered on 1 June 1999.

Is T742 CGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for T742 CGX 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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