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W295 UWO

2000 BMW R850

Red Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

49,505 mi
Last recorded49,505 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW295 UWO
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 49,505 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2025 48,764 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 45,800 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 43,644 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 40,853 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 40,788 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2020 40,763 miles

Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test brake efficiency less than 27.5% overall (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 40,529 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 39,832 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 39,800 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 39,739 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 39,443 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 38,954 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 38,424 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 38,424 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 37,552 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 35,580 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 33,018 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 29,771 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 25,529 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 22,242 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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W295 UWO is a 2000 BMW R850 in Red with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 W295 UWO, 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 W295 UWO registered?

W295 UWO is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 1 June 2000.

Is W295 UWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for W295 UWO shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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