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X831 FOT

2000 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

38,776 mi
Last recorded38,776 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2021
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX831 FOT
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2021 38,776 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 37,768 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 36,258 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 35,101 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 34,608 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 34,265 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 34,255 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 33,831 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 33,831 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 33,094 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 32,534 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 29,730 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 26,771 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2007 26,771 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2006 23,234 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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X831 FOT is a 2000 BMW R850 in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 X831 FOT, 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 X831 FOT?

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What year was X831 FOT registered?

X831 FOT is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 9 September 2000.

Is X831 FOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for X831 FOT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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