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Y89 DNU

2001 BMW R850

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

27,361 mi
Last recorded27,361 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY89 DNU
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 27,361 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2025 26,921 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 23,302 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 18,631 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 17,501 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 13,503 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 13,365 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 13,245 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 12,980 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 12,442 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 12,442 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Oct 2016 11,348 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 10,022 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 9,809 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 9,731 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 9,700 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 9,613 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 9,581 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 9,544 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 9,474 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 9,386 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 9,213 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 8,970 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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Y89 DNU 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 95.7%.

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 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 Y89 DNU, 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 Y89 DNU registered?

Y89 DNU is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y89 DNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y89 DNU shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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