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RJ51 PSY

2001 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,250 mi
Last recorded30,250 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ51 PSY
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2026 30,250 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 29,121 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 28,987 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 28,678 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 25,900 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 23,179 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 22,552 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 22,025 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 21,706 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 20,037 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 19,253 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 17,262 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 17,116 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 16,791 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2010 16,317 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 16,044 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 15,529 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 14,644 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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RJ51 PSY 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 100%.

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 RJ51 PSY, 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

How do I check the history of RJ51 PSY?

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What year was RJ51 PSY registered?

RJ51 PSY is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 19 December 2001.

Is RJ51 PSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ51 PSY shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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