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Y939 FOO

2001 BMW R850

Grey Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,105 mi
Last recorded62,105 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY939 FOO
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2017 62,105 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 61,625 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 60,485 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 60,395 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 56,162 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

front master cylinder has slight leak

Pass 1 May 2012 53,285 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 47,916 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 44,004 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 40,844 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 38,034 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 34,129 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 28,469 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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Y939 FOO is a 2001 BMW R850 in Grey with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 Y939 FOO, 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 Y939 FOO registered?

Y939 FOO is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 17 April 2001.

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