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FP 124

2002 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,768 mi
Last recorded49,768 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
Typical for 2002 BMW R85023,590 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP 124
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2020 49,768 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 42,689 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 42,686 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

back brak pads tite

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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FP 124 is a 2002 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FP 124, 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

How do I check the history of FP 124?

You can check the full history of FP 124 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FP 124 registered?

FP 124 is a 2002 BMW R850, first registered on 4 June 2002.

Is FP 124 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP 124 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FP 124 have outstanding finance?

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