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W685 YFL

2000 BMW R850

Yellow Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

33,197 mi
Last recorded33,197 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2021
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW685 YFL
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2021 33,197 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 33,154 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 33,142 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 33,124 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 33,113 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 33,099 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 32,720 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 32,720 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 26,215 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 21,490 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 18,728 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 17,153 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 14,929 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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W685 YFL is a 2000 BMW R850 in Yellow with a 850cc 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 W685 YFL, 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 W685 YFL registered?

W685 YFL is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 21 March 2000.

Is W685 YFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W685 YFL 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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