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RJ51 PVL

2001 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

34,950 mi
Last recorded34,950 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ51 PVL
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2025 34,950 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 34,173 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 33,224 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 33,135 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 33,129 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 32,878 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 32,878 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 18 Jun 2016 32,455 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 31,249 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 29,634 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 28,010 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 27,885 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 27,618 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 27,057 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 26,071 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 25,525 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 24,020 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 PVL 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 RJ51 PVL, 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 PVL?

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What year was RJ51 PVL registered?

RJ51 PVL is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 20 December 2001.

Is RJ51 PVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ51 PVL 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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