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W526 RGM

2000 BMW R850

Yellow Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

33,606 mi
Last recorded33,606 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW526 RGM
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 33,606 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 33,338 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 31,972 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 31,718 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 31,540 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 28,931 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 28,531 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 27,913 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 26,325 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 22,796 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 19,607 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 19,607 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 19,002 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 18,562 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 16,084 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 13,930 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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W526 RGM is a 2000 BMW R850 in Yellow with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 W526 RGM, 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 W526 RGM?

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What year was W526 RGM registered?

W526 RGM is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 1 August 2000.

Is W526 RGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W526 RGM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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