CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y69 XBP

2001 BMW R850

Black Petrol 850cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

24,077 mi
Last recorded24,077 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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

RegistrationY69 XBP
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourBlack
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

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 24,077 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2025 23,496 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 22,793 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 21,508 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 20,147 miles

front steering ball joint worn slight play

Pass 22 Jul 2021 19,245 miles

Front Lower suspension joint has slight play

Pass 24 Jul 2020 17,019 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 May 2019 15,480 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 13,819 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2017 12,846 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 11,202 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 10,449 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2014 10,234 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2013 9,837 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 9,414 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 9,414 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 8,637 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 8,637 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 7,981 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 7,981 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 7,145 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 6,462 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 5,211 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
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

Y69 XBP is a 2001 BMW R850 in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 Y69 XBP, 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 Y69 XBP?

You can check the full history of Y69 XBP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y69 XBP registered?

Y69 XBP is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 21 June 2001.

Is Y69 XBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y69 XBP shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y69 XBP 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 Y69 XBP. 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.