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LY51 HHZ

2001 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

20,881 mi
Last recorded20,881 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2024
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY51 HHZ
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2024 20,881 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 19,921 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 17,330 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 15,789 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 15,114 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 13,540 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 11,894 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2017 9,096 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 8,285 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 4,799 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 4,782 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2014 3,197 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 3,147 miles

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 7 Oct 2009 2,815 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 2,784 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 2,649 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 2,531 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 2,484 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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LY51 HHZ is a 2001 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 LY51 HHZ, 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 LY51 HHZ registered?

LY51 HHZ is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 20 December 2001.

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The MOT history for LY51 HHZ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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