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Y98 SBD

2001 BMW R850

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2023
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,918 mi
Last recorded35,918 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2022
Typical for 2001 BMW R85026,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY98 SBD
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2022 35,918 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 35,784 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 34,973 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 31,863 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 29,514 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 28,660 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 5 May 2016 26,530 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 23,976 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 20,058 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 17,487 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 16,297 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 12,668 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 9,939 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 8,183 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 5,956 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 3,495 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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Y98 SBD is a 2001 BMW R850 in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 Y98 SBD, 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 Y98 SBD registered?

Y98 SBD is a 2001 BMW R850, first registered on 20 April 2001.

Is Y98 SBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y98 SBD shows 16 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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