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W143 VGX

2000 BMW R850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

33,145 mi
Last recorded33,145 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2022
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW143 VGX
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2022 33,145 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 33,080 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 32,639 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 29,194 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 25,220 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 25,086 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 24,471 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 23,748 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 22,943 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 20,861 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 20,860 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2009 15,880 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 15,733 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 15,271 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 13,982 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2005 11,301 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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W143 VGX 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 W143 VGX, 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 W143 VGX registered?

W143 VGX is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 15 April 2000.

Is W143 VGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W143 VGX 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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