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W473 JNB

2000 BMW R850

Multi-colour Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

26,484 mi
Last recorded26,484 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW473 JNB
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 26,484 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 24,512 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2024 24,102 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 22,036 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2022 20,084 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 19,801 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 19,801 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 19,766 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 19,573 miles

slight binding on front and rear brakes

Pass 1 Apr 2010 19,660 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 19,367 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 18,574 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 18,291 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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W473 JNB is a 2000 BMW R850 in Multi-colour with a 848cc 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 W473 JNB, 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

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What year was W473 JNB registered?

W473 JNB is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 14 April 2000.

Is W473 JNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W473 JNB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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