CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y513 BPL

2001 BMW R850

Red Petrol 850cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

59,249 mi
Last recorded59,249 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY513 BPL
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 Jul 2026 59,249 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2025 57,223 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2025 57,222 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 57,138 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2023 57,115 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 56,975 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 56,896 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 56,832 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 56,646 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 56,618 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 55,855 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 52,983 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 50,675 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2006 41,111 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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
Full BMW R850 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y513 BPL is a 2001 BMW R850 in Red with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 Y513 BPL, 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 Y513 BPL?

You can check the full history of Y513 BPL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y513 BPL registered?

Y513 BPL is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 26 April 2001.

Is Y513 BPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y513 BPL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y513 BPL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y513 BPL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.