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Y694 PMX

2001 BMW R850

Maroon Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

51,322 mi
Last recorded51,322 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY694 PMX
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2018 51,322 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2018 51,214 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc insecure (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 49,621 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 48,790 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 46,335 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 43,628 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 38,871 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2011 29,514 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2011 29,514 miles

Nearside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 25,932 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 24,593 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 21,018 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 18,679 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 16,250 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2005 12,206 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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Y694 PMX is a 2001 BMW R850 in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 Y694 PMX, 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 Y694 PMX registered?

Y694 PMX is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 9 August 2001.

Is Y694 PMX safe to buy?

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