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RO51 RWV

2001 BMW R850

White Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

32,289 mi
Last recorded32,289 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO51 RWV
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 32,289 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 31,406 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2024 30,748 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 30,211 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2022 29,400 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 28,734 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 28,164 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 27,283 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 26,395 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 25,831 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 24,947 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 24,073 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 23,070 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 May 2013 21,786 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 20,292 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 18,018 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 15,865 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 13,235 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 9,191 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2008 9,191 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 7,292 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 6,773 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 RWV is a 2001 BMW R850 in White with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 RWV, 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 RO51 RWV?

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What year was RO51 RWV registered?

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

Is RO51 RWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO51 RWV shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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