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HV51 YXB

2001 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,854 mi
Last recorded31,854 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2022
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV51 YXB
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2022 31,854 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2022 31,854 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 31,760 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2021 31,760 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 31,628 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 31,572 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2019 31,572 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 31,537 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 31,400 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 31,327 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 31,124 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 30,928 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 30,729 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 30,254 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 29,457 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 28,508 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 28,007 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 27,353 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 26,710 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 25,768 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 24,841 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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HV51 YXB is a 2001 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 HV51 YXB, 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 HV51 YXB registered?

HV51 YXB is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 5 December 2001.

Is HV51 YXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV51 YXB shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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