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W122 NST

2000 BMW R850

Yellow Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,409 mi
Last recorded11,409 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW122 NST
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 11,409 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 9,123 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 6,989 miles

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

slight cracking fuel cap seal

Pass 5 Jul 2016 5,511 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

fuel cap seal starting to crack

Pass 30 Jun 2015 4,024 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 2,830 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 2,830 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 18 Jun 2014 2,830 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 2,679 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 2,679 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 2,101 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 1,930 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 1,175 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 1,175 miles

Rear Decelerometer brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.E1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 1,653 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 1,494 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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W122 NST is a 2000 BMW R850 in Yellow with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W122 NST, 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.

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What year was W122 NST registered?

W122 NST is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 31 March 2000.

Is W122 NST safe to buy?

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