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Y218 LEH

2001 BMW R850

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

77,230 mi
Last recorded77,230 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY218 LEH
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 77,230 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 76,005 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2023 73,492 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 12 Sep 2023 73,492 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 71,707 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 67,363 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 63,195 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2017 59,971 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2016 57,672 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2015 55,461 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 52,168 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 49,867 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 46,123 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 42,141 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 42,139 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2010 37,358 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 33,006 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 28,387 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 25,261 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 21,267 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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Y218 LEH 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 90%.

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 Y218 LEH, 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 Y218 LEH registered?

Y218 LEH is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y218 LEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y218 LEH shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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