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Y241 PVS

2001 BMW R850

Cream Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

30,796 mi
Last recorded30,796 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY241 PVS
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2019 30,796 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 30,716 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 26,628 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Apr 2016 22,920 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2015 19,724 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 19,681 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 19,286 miles

slight play in top yoke bearing

Pass 8 Aug 2007 18,455 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 18,455 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 15,740 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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Y241 PVS is a 2001 BMW R850 in Cream with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 Y241 PVS, 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 Y241 PVS registered?

Y241 PVS is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 21 April 2001.

Is Y241 PVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y241 PVS shows 10 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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