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V70 WMC

2001 BMW R850

Yellow Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

35,742 mi
Last recorded35,742 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV70 WMC
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 35,742 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 32,059 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 31,624 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 30 Jan 2023 31,624 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 31,204 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 30,368 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 29,441 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 27,543 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front tyre perished

Pass 11 May 2013 26,883 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 26,460 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 25,819 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 21,766 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 19,660 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 17,060 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 12,778 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 12,709 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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V70 WMC is a 2001 BMW R850 in Yellow with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 V70 WMC, 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 V70 WMC registered?

V70 WMC is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 2 February 2001.

Is V70 WMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V70 WMC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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