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P11 BMV

2001 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

22,649 mi
Last recorded22,649 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP11 BMV
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 22,649 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 20,856 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 19,569 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 18,937 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 18,308 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 17,830 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 16,181 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 13,665 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 11,593 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 10,002 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 5,615 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 3,341 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 3,335 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 3,325 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 3,316 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 3,302 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 3,302 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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P11 BMV is a 2001 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 P11 BMV, 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 P11 BMV registered?

P11 BMV is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is P11 BMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P11 BMV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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