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W601 RGM

2000 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

36,869 mi
Last recorded36,869 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2014
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW601 RGM
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Sep 2014 36,869 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 36,869 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 36,826 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2012 35,644 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 35,644 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 19 Aug 2011 33,981 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 33,981 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 31,293 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2010 31,293 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 28,142 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 25,179 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 20,295 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 16,217 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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W601 RGM is a 2000 BMW R850 in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 W601 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

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What year was W601 RGM registered?

W601 RGM is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 5 July 2000.

Is W601 RGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W601 RGM shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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