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LY02 MDE

2002 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

15,532 mi
Last recorded15,532 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2011
Typical for 2002 BMW R85023,590 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY02 MDE
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2011 15,532 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 15,227 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 13,880 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 13,880 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2008 12,866 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2007 12,114 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2006 10,668 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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LY02 MDE is a 2002 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LY02 MDE, 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 LY02 MDE registered?

LY02 MDE is a 2002 BMW R850, first registered on 18 June 2002.

Is LY02 MDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY02 MDE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LY02 MDE have outstanding finance?

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