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LX51 MKJ

2001 BMW R850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

45,314 mi
Last recorded45,314 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 MKJ
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 45,314 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear SLIGHT PLAY IN REAR DRIVE JOINT

Pass 13 Jul 2016 42,826 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 38,800 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2015 38,800 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake slight bindind not effecting performance

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

Pass 2 Apr 2014 34,431 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 27,928 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 16 Feb 2013 27,928 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Dec 2012 26,399 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 26,102 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 22,561 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 18,698 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2009 15,380 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 11,416 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 7,557 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 4,674 miles

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

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

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 MKJ is a 2001 BMW R850 in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LX51 MKJ, 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 MKJ registered?

LX51 MKJ is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 17 September 2001.

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