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BMW R850

Silver and Black · Petrol · 1998 · 850 cc

S779 JNWMOT history

S779 JNW is a silver and black petrol BMW R850 first used on 22 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 16,912 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jul 2027
Mileage
16,912 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
118 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S779 JNW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
R850
Colour
Silver and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
850 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
22 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S779 JNW was last recorded at 16,912 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 571 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
16,341 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
571 miles
Average per year
118 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 16,912 miles
  • 2025 – 16,341 miles
  • 2024 – 16,326 miles
  • 2022 – 16,174 miles
  • 2020 – 16,158 miles
  • 2019 – 16,075 miles
  • 2015 – 16,058 miles
  • 2014 – 16,053 miles
  • 2013 – 15,998 miles
  • 2012 – 15,905 miles
  • 2011 – 15,745 miles
  • 2010 – 15,636 miles
  • 2009 – 15,332 miles
  • 2008 – 15,087 miles
  • 2007 – 14,746 miles
  • 2006 – 14,529 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass16,912 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2008–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass16,912 miles (+571)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    16,912 miles
    Test number
    494610462527
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass16,341 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    16,341 miles
    Test number
    770340661493
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass16,326 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    16,326 miles
    Test number
    405492310888
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Fail16,326 miles (+152)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,326 miles
    Test number
    223083271770
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Pass16,174 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    16,174 miles
    Test number
    582313282507
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGear lever pivot worn

  6. Pass16,158 miles (+83)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    16,158 miles
    Test number
    782456031231
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from oil drain plug
    • AdvisoryWheel alignment slightly misaligned Larger gap on nearside (2.4 (a))

  7. Pass16,075 miles (+17)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    16,075 miles
    Test number
    251256315121
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Tank support bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight play detected in rear wheel

  8. Pass16,058 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    16,058 miles
    Test number
    998499855163
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  9. Pass16,053 miles (+55)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    16,053 miles
    Test number
    695480064176
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  10. Pass15,998 miles (+93)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    15,998 miles
    Test number
    456971063199
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  11. Pass15,905 miles (+160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    15,905 miles
    Test number
    405256132103
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  12. Pass15,745 miles (+109)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    15,745 miles
    Test number
    805714741106
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  13. Pass15,636 miles (+304)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    15,636 miles
    Test number
    131484630198
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • NoteRear brake slightly binding

  14. Pass15,332 miles (+245)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    15,332 miles
    Test number
    241531539157
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • NoteSteering damper rod/seal damp

  15. Pass15,087 miles (+341)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    15,087 miles
    Test number
    850931248105
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

  16. Pass14,746 miles (+217)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    14,746 miles
    Test number
    750831847115
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

  17. Pass14,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    14,529 miles
    Test number
    234724446471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S779 JNW

Does S779 JNW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S779 JNW is valid until 18 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S779 JNW?
The MOT on S779 JNW is valid until 18 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S779 JNW done?
S779 JNW was recorded at 16,912 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 118 miles a year.
Has S779 JNW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S779 JNW has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on S779 JNW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S779 JNW find?
S779 JNW passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort.

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