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Y631 YRV

2001 BMW R850

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2023
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,956 mi
Last recorded43,956 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2022
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY631 YRV
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2022 43,956 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 42,727 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 42,643 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 41,144 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 40,264 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 38,769 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 38,259 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 33,960 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 32,468 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2011 29,669 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 18,915 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 17,472 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 13,779 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 11,091 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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Y631 YRV is a 2001 BMW R850 in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y631 YRV, 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 Y631 YRV?

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What year was Y631 YRV registered?

Y631 YRV is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is Y631 YRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y631 YRV shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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