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A3 FGR

2001 BMW R850

Cream Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,235 mi
Last recorded10,235 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 FGR
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2024 10,235 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 10,109 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 9,928 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 9,907 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 9,273 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 9,011 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 8,279 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 7,943 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 6,097 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 5,737 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 5,459 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 5,271 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 5,070 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 4,774 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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A3 FGR is a 2001 BMW R850 in Cream with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 BMW R850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 26,001 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 A3 FGR, 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 25 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 A3 FGR registered?

A3 FGR is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is A3 FGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 FGR shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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