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RO51 RZK

2001 BMW R850

White Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

21,387 mi
Last recorded21,387 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO51 RZK
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 21,387 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 21,126 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 20,913 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 19,885 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 19,375 miles

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2021 19,375 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) missing Pad lining detached (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 18,058 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 17,753 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also perishing between the treads (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 17,191 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 16,204 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 16,195 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 15,292 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 14,380 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 10,944 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 8,674 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 7,561 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 7,436 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 7,242 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2007 6,055 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 5,312 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 RZK 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 95%.

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 RZK, 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 RZK registered?

RO51 RZK is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 28 November 2001.

Is RO51 RZK safe to buy?

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