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W391 TJB

2000 BMW R850

White Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

56,994 mi
Last recorded56,994 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW391 TJB
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 56,994 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

abs light flashing in dash

Pass 10 Aug 2024 56,281 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

abs light

Pass 1 Jul 2023 55,860 miles

ABS light flash in dash

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

rear tyre under inflated

Pass 29 Jun 2022 55,198 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play possible play or in shaft joint (5.1.3 (a) (i))

abs light flashing

Fail 22 Jun 2022 55,185 miles

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

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Wheel bearing has slight play possible play or in shaft joint (5.1.3 (a) (i))

abs light flashing

Pass 22 Jun 2021 54,169 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 May 2018 54,097 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2017 53,858 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 53,174 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 52,252 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 51,658 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 49,384 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 49,301 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 49,301 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 48,586 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 48,140 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 47,230 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2007 45,893 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 45,883 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2006 41,991 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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W391 TJB is a 2000 BMW R850 in White with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 W391 TJB, 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 W391 TJB registered?

W391 TJB is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 1 May 2000.

Is W391 TJB safe to buy?

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