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2001 BMW R850

Cream Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

66,284 mi
Last recorded66,284 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY284 YBK
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 66,284 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear rear tyre has plug installed.

Fail 13 Mar 2025 66,284 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure engine / frame bolts loose (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear rear tyre has plug installed.

Pass 30 Jun 2022 66,067 miles

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

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

Front forks slight pitting

Front screen bracket loose/ Damaged (No screen attached)

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 30 Jun 2022 66,067 miles

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

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

Front forks slight pitting

Front screen bracket loose/ Damaged (No screen attached)

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Throttle operating incorrectly Sticking (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 59,754 miles

headlamp 'flash' not working

Pass 27 Mar 2017 51,549 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2017 51,546 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2016 48,261 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 42,589 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 41,245 miles

rear shock getting weak

Pass 19 Apr 2013 39,456 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 3,738 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 35,002 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 32,940 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 30,639 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 27,696 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 24,510 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 20,250 miles

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

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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Y284 YBK is a 2001 BMW R850 in Cream with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y284 YBK, 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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Y284 YBK is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 1 May 2001.

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