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RO51 RVP

2001 BMW R850

White Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,237 mi
Last recorded31,237 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO51 RVP
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2026 31,237 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

front tyre sysrted to dishape

Pass 21 Jun 2025 29,317 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 28,637 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 28,432 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 28,291 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 28,128 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 27,215 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 27,199 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 27,108 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2017 25,529 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 25,223 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 25,214 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 25,099 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 24,949 miles

front brake disk rivets worn to excess

slight play in rear drive trunion bearings

Pass 10 Nov 2011 22,688 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 20,740 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 19,505 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 18,928 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2007 17,535 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 16,261 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 RVP is a 2001 BMW R850 in White with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 RO51 RVP, 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 RVP registered?

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

Is RO51 RVP safe to buy?

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