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VO51 KVP

2001 BMW R850

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,089 mi
Last recorded36,089 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO51 KVP
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2017 36,089 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 33,386 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 33,386 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 30,550 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2015 30,841 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 27,913 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 25,779 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 25,779 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 20,946 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 16,459 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 12,157 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 11,437 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 10,798 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 9,242 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 9,238 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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VO51 KVP is a 2001 BMW R850 in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VO51 KVP, 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 VO51 KVP registered?

VO51 KVP is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is VO51 KVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO51 KVP shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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