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Y114 DBW

2001 BMW R850

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,359 mi
Last recorded36,359 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY114 DBW
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2025 36,359 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 36,293 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 35,014 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 34,198 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 32,771 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 31,650 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 30,978 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 30,431 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 29,969 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 28,602 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 27,064 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 25,326 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 22,030 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 20,844 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 20,126 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 18,330 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 16,243 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 13,544 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 10,243 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 9,135 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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Y114 DBW is a 2001 BMW R850 in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 Y114 DBW, 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

How do I check the history of Y114 DBW?

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What year was Y114 DBW registered?

Y114 DBW is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 31 March 2001.

Is Y114 DBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y114 DBW shows 20 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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