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LX52 ONV

2002 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

118,029 mi
Last recorded118,029 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW R85023,590 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX52 ONV
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2022 118,029 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2021 115,631 miles

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

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

Fail 26 May 2021 115,631 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Fail 11 Dec 2020 115,628 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2020 115,110 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2018 114,306 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 113,712 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Dec 2016 112,682 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 111,526 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 110,785 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 9,272 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 17,603 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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LX52 ONV is a 2002 BMW R850 in Black 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 LX52 ONV, 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.

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What year was LX52 ONV registered?

LX52 ONV is a 2002 BMW R850, first registered on 5 September 2002.

Is LX52 ONV safe to buy?

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