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LV02 SXU

2002 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

27,559 mi
Last recorded27,559 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R85023,590 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV02 SXU
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 27,559 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 27,523 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 27,364 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 25,956 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2020 25,321 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 24,795 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 23,868 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 22,604 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 21,156 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 19,746 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 18,506 miles

rear tyre getting low

Pass 27 Aug 2013 18,017 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 17,921 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 15,659 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2010 13,836 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 13,836 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 11,053 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 8,849 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 8,267 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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LV02 SXU is a 2002 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LV02 SXU, 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

How do I check the history of LV02 SXU?

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What year was LV02 SXU registered?

LV02 SXU is a 2002 BMW R850, first registered on 16 April 2002.

Is LV02 SXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV02 SXU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LV02 SXU have outstanding finance?

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