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Y576 DAB

2001 BMW R850

Cream Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

49,016 mi
Last recorded49,016 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY576 DAB
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 49,016 miles

Rear Suspension attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose Hub/shaft slight play. (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 48,635 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 47,890 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 47,673 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 47,229 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 46,980 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 46,396 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 45,790 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 43,567 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2012 43,567 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 43,246 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2010 41,938 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2009 40,452 miles

Headlamp aim corrected with tape

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

Fail 28 Mar 2009 40,452 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 39,239 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 35,292 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2006 35,292 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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Y576 DAB is a 2001 BMW R850 in Cream with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 Y576 DAB, 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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What year was Y576 DAB registered?

Y576 DAB is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 6 April 2001.

Is Y576 DAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y576 DAB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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