MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
58,028 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
front brake pad material deteriorated
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
*final drive bearings in swimg arm have slight free play*
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
suggest further investigation of front brake disc locating bushes
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the BMW R850?
Based on 19,569 MOT tests across 1,481 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W438 TJB is a 2000 BMW R850 in White with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.
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 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 W438 TJB, 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.
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What year was W438 TJB registered?
W438 TJB is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 1 May 2000.
Is W438 TJB safe to buy?
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