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W126 WGH

2000 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,321 mi
Last recorded18,321 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2008
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW126 WGH
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2008 18,321 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 18,300 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2007 16,859 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 16,376 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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W126 WGH is a 2000 BMW R850 in Grey with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 BMW R850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 33,728 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 W126 WGH, 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 26 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 W126 WGH?

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What year was W126 WGH registered?

W126 WGH is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 28 March 2000.

Is W126 WGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for W126 WGH shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W126 WGH have outstanding finance?

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