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RE51 JWK

2001 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

42,997 mi
Last recorded42,997 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE51 JWK
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 42,997 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 42,877 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 42,437 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2022 42,228 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2021 41,969 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Sep 2021 41,969 miles

Stop lamp not working Bulb fitted incorrectly. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 41,676 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 40,810 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2019 40,805 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working control 1 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working control 2 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2018 40,126 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 38,968 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 37,861 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 37,206 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 35,583 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 34,891 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 33,917 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 32,260 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 26,576 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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RE51 JWK 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 88.9%.

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 RE51 JWK, 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 RE51 JWK registered?

RE51 JWK is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is RE51 JWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE51 JWK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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