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WV51 YMR

2001 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

12,477 mi
Last recorded12,477 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV51 YMR
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 12,477 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 12,106 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 11,408 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 11,252 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 11,229 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 11,191 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 12 Sep 2020 11,191 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Brake disc insecure (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 10,279 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 8,822 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 7,240 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 5,565 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 4,263 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 2,804 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 1,909 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 1,843 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 1,580 miles

Both front and rear tyres are in excess of eight years old.Available grip may be reduced.

Pass 23 Oct 2008 1,509 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 1,490 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 1,457 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 1,444 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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WV51 YMR is a 2001 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2001 BMW R850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 26,001 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 WV51 YMR, 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 25 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 WV51 YMR registered?

WV51 YMR is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 9 November 2001.

Is WV51 YMR safe to buy?

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