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LV51 EGZ

2001 BMW R850

Cream Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

37,069 mi
Last recorded37,069 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV51 EGZ
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 37,069 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 36,936 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 36,935 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 36,912 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 36,699 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 36,616 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 36,444 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 35,854 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 31,243 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 31,243 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 28,263 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 24,711 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 21,570 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 21,570 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 19,995 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 15,376 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 14,153 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 9,628 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 3,615 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 1,043 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 635 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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LV51 EGZ is a 2001 BMW R850 in Cream with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 LV51 EGZ, 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

How do I check the history of LV51 EGZ?

You can check the full history of LV51 EGZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LV51 EGZ registered?

LV51 EGZ is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is LV51 EGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV51 EGZ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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