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W409 TJB

2000 BMW R850

White Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,212 mi
Last recorded52,212 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2011
Typical for 2000 BMW R85033,728 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW409 TJB
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2011 52,212 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 48,495 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 47,426 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2009 47,426 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 45,952 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 45,952 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 45,366 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 45,366 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2006 39,470 miles

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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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W409 TJB is a 2000 BMW R850 in White with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 W409 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 W409 TJB registered?

W409 TJB is a 2000 BMW R850, first registered on 1 May 2000.

Is W409 TJB safe to buy?

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