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W487 AOT

2000 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

17,297 mi
Last recorded17,297 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2024
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW487 AOT
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2024 17,297 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 16,078 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 15,241 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 15,241 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 13,617 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 13,169 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 12,725 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 12,433 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 12,248 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 11,580 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 10,705 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 10,382 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 9,266 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2007 8,791 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 8,791 miles

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

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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W487 AOT is a 2000 BMW R850 in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 W487 AOT, 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 W487 AOT registered?

W487 AOT is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W487 AOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W487 AOT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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