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RO51 RZT

2001 BMW R850

White Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,576 mi
Last recorded26,576 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO51 RZT
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2025 26,576 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 25,729 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 25,046 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 24,789 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 23,545 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 23,099 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 21,329 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 20,451 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 18,900 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 17,406 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 15,290 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 13,231 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 11,374 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 9,382 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 7,826 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 7,266 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2008 6,743 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 6,059 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 5,183 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 4,103 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 RZT 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 RZT, 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 RZT?

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What year was RO51 RZT registered?

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

Is RO51 RZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO51 RZT shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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