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BMW R 850 RT Ultra-rare
As of 2026 Q2, 1 BMW R 850 RT remains registered in the UK — one of the rarest cars in Britain on today's roads. Numbers are at their highest recorded level since the model first appeared in our data in 2014 Q4. Numbers have held broadly steady over recent years rather than falling away — often the mark of a model that owners deliberately preserve. In all, the BMW R 850 RT is rarer than 93% of the 2,315 UK car models we track, putting it firmly in 2026's endangered class.
Survivors over time
How rare is it?
Genuinely rare — only 1 left on UK roads.
Rarer than 93% of the 2,315 UK car models we track.
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About the R 850 RT
BMW's motorcycle history began in 1921 when the company commenced manufacturing engines for other companies. BMW's own motorcycles—sold under the BMW Motorrad brand—began in 1923 with the BMW R 32, which was powered by a flat-twin engine (also called a "boxer-twin" engine). Production of motorcycles with flat-twin engines continues to this day, however BMW has also produced many models with other types of engines.
BMW R 850 RT — questions & answers
How many BMW R 850 RT are left in the UK?
As of 2026 Q2, 1 BMW R 850 RT were still registered in the UK — 0 licensed and on the road, plus 1 declared SORN (off-road). The figures come from official DVLA vehicle licensing data.
Is the BMW R 850 RT rare?
The BMW R 850 RT is genuinely rare, with only 1 left, making it rarer than 93% of the 2,315 UK car models we track.
Is the BMW R 850 RT increasing or decreasing?
Over the last year the number of BMW R 850 RT on UK roads held steady.
What fuel do most BMW R 850 RT use?
Most BMW R 850 RT run on diesel — about 100% of those still registered.
When did the BMW R 850 RT peak?
The BMW R 850 RT peaked at 1 registered in 2014 Q4, and was first recorded in the data in 2014 Q4.