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X227 CBL

2001 BMW R850

White Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

38,311 mi
Last recorded38,311 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX227 CBL
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 38,311 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2025 38,302 miles

Footrest missing Both rear. (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2024 37,013 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 36,698 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2023 36,685 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure Locking device missing from pin. (6.2.12 (a))

Stop lamp not working From rear control. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 35,426 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 33,287 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2021 33,287 miles

Stop lamp not working from front control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 31,272 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 31,268 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp not working rear brake switch not operating light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 30,678 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2015 30,448 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 29,620 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 28,792 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 28,792 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 27,002 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 26,899 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2011 234,121 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 21,105 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 19,293 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 15,279 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 13,249 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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X227 CBL is a 2001 BMW R850 in White with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 X227 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 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 X227 CBL registered?

X227 CBL is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 16 January 2001.

Is X227 CBL safe to buy?

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