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Y779 BPL

2001 BMW R850

Cream Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,413 mi
Last recorded81,413 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY779 BPL
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2025 81,413 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 80,509 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 79,701 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 79,455 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2021 79,292 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 77,278 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 73,555 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 69,258 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 65,053 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 61,251 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 57,361 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 53,319 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 48,863 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 44,693 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 40,448 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 36,361 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 32,801 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 29,957 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 25,901 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 21,805 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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Y779 BPL is a 2001 BMW R850 in Cream with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 Y779 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y779 BPL registered?

Y779 BPL is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 3 August 2001.

Is Y779 BPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y779 BPL shows 20 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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