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W408 TJB

2000 BMW R850

White Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

79,208 mi
Last recorded79,208 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2023
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW408 TJB
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2023 79,208 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Fail 22 Sep 2023 79,198 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 29 Jul 2022 75,465 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 23 Jul 2022 75,463 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2021 68,027 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 67,435 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 66,880 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 66,217 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 63,590 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jun 2011 63,587 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 63,061 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Fail 5 Jun 2010 63,055 miles

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2009 62,336 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 61,008 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 58,478 miles

OIL LEAKING FROM FINAL DRIVE UNIT WHICH WILL CONTAMINATE EVENTUALLY REAR WHEEL AND TYRE

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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W408 TJB is a 2000 BMW R850 in White with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 W408 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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W408 TJB is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 1 May 2000.

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