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FX52 XAF

2002 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

59,416 mi
Last recorded59,416 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R85023,590 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX52 XAF
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 59,416 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 58,668 miles

Offside Front fork slider slightly leaking oil (not a shock absorber).

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2024 58,335 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 57,409 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 56,599 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 55,873 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2021 55,873 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 54,735 miles

Throttle not returning automatically

Pass 19 Sep 2018 52,017 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2017 46,282 miles

Offside Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 38,572 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 35,571 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2015 35,571 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 32,717 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 29,916 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 25,258 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 17,954 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 14,357 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 14,024 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 13,765 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 10,174 miles

rear tyre tread depth measures 1mm in centre of tyre.i advise replacement asap.

Pass 23 Nov 2006 10,174 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 7,343 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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FX52 XAF is a 2002 BMW R850 in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 FX52 XAF, 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 FX52 XAF registered?

FX52 XAF is a 2002 BMW R850, first registered on 19 September 2002.

Is FX52 XAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX52 XAF shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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