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Y352 SDO

2001 BMW R850

Cream Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

26,858 mi
Last recorded26,858 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY352 SDO
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 26,858 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 24,639 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 23,425 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 21,909 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 21,283 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 20,908 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 19,423 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 19,234 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 19,018 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 18,471 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 17,855 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 17,137 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2013 15,832 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 15,143 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 15,143 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Apr 2010 12,523 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 10,726 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 7,819 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 1,189 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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Y352 SDO is a 2001 BMW R850 in Cream with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 Y352 SDO, 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 Y352 SDO?

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What year was Y352 SDO registered?

Y352 SDO is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 29 June 2001.

Is Y352 SDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y352 SDO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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