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X261 AHE

2000 BMW R850

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,309 mi
Last recorded38,309 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX261 AHE
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2025 38,309 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 34,968 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 31,012 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 31,010 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 29,243 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 22,788 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 22,746 miles

Rear tyre has some cracking in the tread pattern.

Pass 1 Apr 2016 22,711 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 21,973 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 20,029 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 19,924 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 19,911 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 19,806 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 19,607 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 18,986 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 17,962 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 16,598 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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X261 AHE is a 2000 BMW R850 in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 X261 AHE, 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

How do I check the history of X261 AHE?

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What year was X261 AHE registered?

X261 AHE is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X261 AHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for X261 AHE shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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