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Y753 BPL

2001 BMW R850

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

90,962 mi
Last recorded90,962 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY753 BPL
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2013 90,962 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 80,543 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 80,543 miles

Headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 72,055 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 61,787 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 52,147 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 40,401 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 32,045 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 32,045 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2006 27,350 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 27,348 miles

Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Offside Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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Y753 BPL is a 2001 BMW R850 in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y753 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.

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What year was Y753 BPL registered?

Y753 BPL is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 20 August 2001.

Is Y753 BPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y753 BPL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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