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W397 TJB

2000 BMW R850

White Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

43,367 mi
Last recorded43,367 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2011
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW397 TJB
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2011 43,367 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 43,330 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 43,254 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 42,988 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 42,557 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 41,921 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 41,412 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 41,412 miles

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

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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W397 TJB is a 2000 BMW R850 in White with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 W397 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W397 TJB registered?

W397 TJB is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 1 May 2000.

Is W397 TJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W397 TJB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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