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W442 TJB

2000 BMW R850

White Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

83,294 mi
Last recorded83,294 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2018
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW442 TJB
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2018 83,294 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 82,047 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 82,047 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 81,544 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 81,369 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 74,393 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 27 Mar 2014 74,393 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

n/s front disc rivets slightley lose

Pass 8 Mar 2013 64,827 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 61,243 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 60,117 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 58,734 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 57,152 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear tyre has been plugged

Pass 30 Apr 2008 56,878 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 56,878 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Oil leak on front of engine

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 5 Jan 2007 56,849 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 56,849 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2007 56,848 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Feb 2006 56,718 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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W442 TJB is a 2000 BMW R850 in White with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W442 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 W442 TJB registered?

W442 TJB is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 1 May 2000.

Is W442 TJB safe to buy?

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