MOT Status
ValidMileage
38,311 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Footrest missing Both rear. (6.2.12 (a))
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))
Stop lamp not working from front control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Central Rear Stop lamp not working rear brake switch not operating light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
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))
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the BMW R850?
Based on 19,569 MOT tests across 1,481 vehicles.
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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.
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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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