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HG02 WZY

2002 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

42,643 mi
Last recorded42,643 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R85023,590 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG02 WZY
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 42,643 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2025 42,550 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 40,802 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 40,462 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 40,113 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 39,681 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 38,881 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 36,427 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 36,427 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 26,288 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 25,247 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 19,859 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 18,635 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

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

front tyre slightly perished in tread

fuel cap seal slightly perished

Pass 11 Aug 2009 18,635 miles

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

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

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

front tyre slightly perished in tread

fuel cap seal slightly perished

Pass 8 Aug 2008 16,568 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2007 14,752 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 11,957 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 9,243 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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HG02 WZY is a 2002 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HG02 WZY, 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 HG02 WZY registered?

HG02 WZY is a 2002 BMW R850, first registered on 20 June 2002.

Is HG02 WZY safe to buy?

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