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X637 FBB

2001 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,673 mi
Last recorded15,673 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX637 FBB
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2023 15,673 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 15,673 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2021 15,673 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 19 May 2017 13,541 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 12,100 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 26 Apr 2013 12,100 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2012 10,265 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 10,233 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 10,212 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 10,192 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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X637 FBB is a 2001 BMW R850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 X637 FBB, 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 X637 FBB registered?

X637 FBB is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 12 January 2001.

Is X637 FBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X637 FBB shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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