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LJ52 LDX

2002 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

37,808 mi
Last recorded37,808 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R85023,590 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ52 LDX
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 37,808 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 37,549 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 36,392 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 34,841 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 33,165 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 32,916 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 32,913 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 31,810 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2020 31,810 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 31,373 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2018 31,373 miles

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 30,900 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 30,515 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2016 30,515 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 30,262 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2015 30,262 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2014 29,795 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 26,128 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 23,583 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 21,112 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 19,011 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 16,247 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 16,247 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 13,954 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 12,674 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 10,394 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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LJ52 LDX is a 2002 BMW R850 in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 LJ52 LDX, 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 LJ52 LDX registered?

LJ52 LDX is a 2002 BMW R850, first registered on 23 September 2002.

Is LJ52 LDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ52 LDX shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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