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B5 NCT

2000 BMW R850

Cream Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,808 mi
Last recorded74,808 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 NCT
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 74,808 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 74,226 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 72,788 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 69,313 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 67,158 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Apr 2022 67,158 miles

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

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front ball joint rubber split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 64,230 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2020 63,884 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 60,328 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2019 60,293 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 57,282 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 53,160 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Fail 22 Mar 2017 53,160 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 47,470 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 42,978 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 39,703 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 35,837 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2012 32,090 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 25,656 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 25,650 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 22,536 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 16,364 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 11,770 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 8,652 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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B5 NCT is a 2000 BMW R850 in Cream with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2000 BMW R850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 33,728 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 B5 NCT, 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 26 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 B5 NCT registered?

B5 NCT is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 31 May 2000.

Is B5 NCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B5 NCT shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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