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HX52 WHK

2002 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

47,458 mi
Last recorded47,458 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW R85023,590 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX52 WHK
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2019 47,458 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 47,280 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 46,998 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 46,115 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 46,011 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 45,759 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 45,446 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 44,120 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 13 Sep 2012 44,118 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 43,467 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 43,054 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 42,207 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 40,918 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 39,611 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 35,420 miles

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

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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HX52 WHK is a 2002 BMW R850 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 HX52 WHK, 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 HX52 WHK registered?

HX52 WHK is a 2002 BMW R850, first registered on 20 September 2002.

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