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Y137 WBP

2001 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

39,922 mi
Last recorded39,922 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY137 WBP
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019 39,922 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 39,315 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 38,091 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 35,710 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 35,710 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 30,506 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 25,236 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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Y137 WBP is a 2001 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y137 WBP, 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.

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What year was Y137 WBP registered?

Y137 WBP is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 22 June 2001.

Is Y137 WBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y137 WBP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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