CarVerify

Free Car Check

W851 ACW

2000 BMW R850

Red Petrol 850cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

54,769 mi
Last recorded54,769 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationW851 ACW
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 54,769 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 53,022 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 52,120 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 48,134 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 47,779 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 47,748 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 40,531 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 36,006 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 27,891 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 25,062 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 23,280 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 19,120 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 18,494 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2012 18,494 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2011 17,222 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 13,965 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 12,478 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 12,123 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2006 11,851 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
Full BMW R850 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

W851 ACW is a 2000 BMW R850 in Red with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 W851 ACW, 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 W851 ACW?

You can check the full history of W851 ACW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was W851 ACW registered?

W851 ACW is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 31 March 2000.

Is W851 ACW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W851 ACW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W851 ACW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on W851 ACW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.