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X122 CBL

2000 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,623 mi
Last recorded32,623 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX122 CBL
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 32,623 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 32,521 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 32,197 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2023 32,197 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 32,191 miles
Fail 28 May 2022 32,184 miles

Offside Front Brake caliper leaking and braking performance affected caliper (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Mar 2021 28,489 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 28,489 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 27,125 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 26,736 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 26,680 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 25,573 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 24,641 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 24,278 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 24,278 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 23,560 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 23,560 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 21,454 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 21,454 miles

Centre Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 19,220 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 17,038 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 15,433 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 13,524 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 12,416 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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X122 CBL is a 2000 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X122 CBL, 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 X122 CBL registered?

X122 CBL is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 17 October 2000.

Is X122 CBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X122 CBL shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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