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W948 VDF

2000 BMW R850

Red Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,931 mi
Last recorded83,931 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW948 VDF
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2026 83,931 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2025 82,394 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 81,256 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 79,262 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 76,393 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 72,608 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 71,403 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 67,956 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 65,110 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 62,007 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 56,634 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 49,673 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 44,450 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 37,266 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 32,617 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 May 2011 27,060 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 22,304 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 21,591 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 21,405 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 21,010 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 20,565 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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W948 VDF is a 2000 BMW R850 in Red with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 W948 VDF, 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 W948 VDF registered?

W948 VDF is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 15 June 2000.

Is W948 VDF safe to buy?

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