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LB51 XTZ

2001 BMW R850

White Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,085 mi
Last recorded14,085 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB51 XTZ
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2025 14,085 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 12,726 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 12,722 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 12,722 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 12,720 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 12,340 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 12,333 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 12,313 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 12,239 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 11,402 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2015 10,701 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2014 10,568 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 9,774 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 9,431 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 9,024 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 May 2010 8,377 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 5,283 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 5,246 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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LB51 XTZ is a 2001 BMW R850 in White with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 LB51 XTZ, 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 LB51 XTZ registered?

LB51 XTZ is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is LB51 XTZ safe to buy?

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