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W57 PWS

2000 BMW R850

Yellow Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,866 mi
Last recorded24,866 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW57 PWS
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2026 24,866 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 24,800 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 May 2021 24,704 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 24,328 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 23,732 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 23,537 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 May 2016 23,363 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 23,273 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 23,087 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Aug 2011 20,258 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 199,917 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 19,054 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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W57 PWS is a 2000 BMW R850 in Yellow with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 W57 PWS, 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 W57 PWS registered?

W57 PWS is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 12 May 2000.

Is W57 PWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W57 PWS shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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