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J5 SCN

2000 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

24,516 mi
Last recorded24,516 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ5 SCN
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 24,516 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 24,140 miles

Front brake discs have free float to discs rivets

Pass 26 May 2023 22,848 miles

Front brake discs has play on rivets

Pass 6 Jul 2022 21,250 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 20,119 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 20,039 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 19,988 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 19,905 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 19,905 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 May 2017 19,562 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 18,881 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 17,974 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 15,545 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 11,462 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 9,817 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 5,343 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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J5 SCN is a 2000 BMW R850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 J5 SCN, 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

How do I check the history of J5 SCN?

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What year was J5 SCN registered?

J5 SCN is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 10 March 2000.

Is J5 SCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J5 SCN shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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