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W198 WGN

2000 BMW R850

Red Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

68,724 mi
Last recorded68,724 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW198 WGN
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 68,724 miles
Fail 31 May 2024 65,721 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 64,377 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 63,950 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 62,282 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 61,469 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 61,403 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 58,111 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Mar 2017 56,500 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 51,214 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 47,638 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 44,124 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 41,855 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 38,201 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 37,366 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 37,366 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 36,585 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2010 36,584 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 6 Dec 2008 32,838 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 27,248 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2007 27,248 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 25,727 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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W198 WGN is a 2000 BMW R850 in Red with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2000 BMW R850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 33,728 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 W198 WGN, 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 26 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 W198 WGN registered?

W198 WGN is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 25 May 2000.

Is W198 WGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W198 WGN shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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