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RO51 RVJ

2001 BMW R850

White Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

33,360 mi
Last recorded33,360 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO51 RVJ
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2023 33,360 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 32,854 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 32,483 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 32,040 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 31,051 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 29,848 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 29,386 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 29,365 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 29,365 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil left hand side fork leg leaking (2.3.3)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2014 28,212 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2014 28,212 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 28,158 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 27,910 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 27,861 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 27,101 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 24,964 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 24,894 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 May 2007 15,528 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 5,898 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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RO51 RVJ is a 2001 BMW R850 in White with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RO51 RVJ, 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 RO51 RVJ registered?

RO51 RVJ is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 20 November 2001.

Is RO51 RVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO51 RVJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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