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NC02 CWF

2002 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

66,187 mi
Last recorded66,187 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW R85023,590 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC02 CWF
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2024 66,187 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 66,097 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 66,026 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 64,393 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 63,389 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 61,128 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 58,217 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 57,497 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 57,497 miles

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 2 May 2015 54,726 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 8 May 2014 52,508 miles

Oil leak

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 29 Apr 2014 52,468 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Oil leak

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 51,272 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 51,271 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2012 50,726 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 50,726 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 39,233 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 26,292 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 26,292 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2009 22,478 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 18,755 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 15,566 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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NC02 CWF is a 2002 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 NC02 CWF, 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 NC02 CWF registered?

NC02 CWF is a 2002 BMW R850, first registered on 8 July 2002.

Is NC02 CWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC02 CWF shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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