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HS51 DHF

2002 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,919 mi
Last recorded51,919 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW R85023,590 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS51 DHF
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2024 51,919 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 46,467 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 42,628 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 41,232 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 40,317 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 38,967 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 38,832 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right European headlight kickup to right. not able to mask beam pattern (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 38,749 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 38,449 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 38,410 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 37,604 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 37,528 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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HS51 DHF is a 2002 BMW R850 in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 HS51 DHF, 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 HS51 DHF registered?

HS51 DHF is a 2002 BMW R850, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is HS51 DHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS51 DHF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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