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RO51 RYP

2001 BMW R850

White Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

29,873 mi
Last recorded29,873 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2022
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO51 RYP
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2022 29,873 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2022 29,868 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 29,211 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2021 29,211 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 27,143 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 26,014 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 24,645 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 22,702 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 20,421 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 20,421 miles

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 20,355 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 20,071 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 19,541 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 17,946 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 17,237 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 16,554 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2009 10,545 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 8,948 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 6,282 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 RYP 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 RYP, 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 RYP registered?

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

Is RO51 RYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO51 RYP 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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