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AP02 HRJ

2002 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

40,540 mi
Last recorded40,540 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R85023,590 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP02 HRJ
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 40,540 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 38,388 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2024 36,234 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 35,410 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 25% (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 33,987 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 25% (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 33,511 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 32,679 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 31,219 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 27,610 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2017 24,803 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 21,833 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 18,721 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 15,543 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 12,619 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 11,642 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 9,722 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 9,386 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 8,317 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 8,310 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 7,431 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 6,129 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 3,972 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 2,078 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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AP02 HRJ is a 2002 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

Across all 2002 BMW R850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 23,590 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 AP02 HRJ, 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 24 years old, this BMW R850 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP02 HRJ registered?

AP02 HRJ is a 2002 BMW R850, first registered on 9 August 2002.

Is AP02 HRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP02 HRJ shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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