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Y464 VBP

2001 BMW R850

Cream Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

34,265 mi
Last recorded34,265 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY464 VBP
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 34,265 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 33,552 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 33,382 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 32,655 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 32,503 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 32,326 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 31,825 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 30,913 miles

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

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 9 Apr 2013 29,147 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 27,271 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 23,306 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 23,306 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2010 20,983 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 18,978 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 18,947 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2008 15,353 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 13,800 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 11,138 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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Y464 VBP is a 2001 BMW R850 in Cream with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y464 VBP, 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 Y464 VBP registered?

Y464 VBP is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 17 May 2001.

Is Y464 VBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y464 VBP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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