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LX51 GLY

2001 BMW R850

White Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,932 mi
Last recorded62,932 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2022
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 GLY
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2022 62,932 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 61,100 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Jun 2021 61,100 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 58,416 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 54,349 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 42,938 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 42,938 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2015 35,893 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 34,299 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 34,289 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2013 31,693 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 29,684 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 26,381 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 25,589 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 24,480 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 22,736 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 20,174 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 18,369 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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LX51 GLY is a 2001 BMW R850 in White with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LX51 GLY, 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 LX51 GLY registered?

LX51 GLY is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 11 December 2001.

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