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X598 WBB

2000 BMW R850

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,255 mi
Last recorded55,255 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX598 WBB
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 55,255 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 51,823 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2024 48,927 miles

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Steering linkage ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 48,505 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 47,986 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 47,329 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 46,151 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2018 46,151 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2017 44,627 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 42,995 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 41,885 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 41,654 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 40,571 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 39,301 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2013 39,301 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Dec 2012 38,328 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 37,450 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 35,452 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 33,335 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 29,952 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 26,417 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 22,778 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 22,778 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 18,383 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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X598 WBB is a 2000 BMW R850 in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 X598 WBB, 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.

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What year was X598 WBB registered?

X598 WBB is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X598 WBB safe to buy?

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