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NJ02 MPE

2002 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

35,672 mi
Last recorded35,672 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R85023,590 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ02 MPE
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 35,672 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2024 33,546 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 16 May 2023 32,518 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 16 May 2023 32,518 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 30,159 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Jun 2020 28,615 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2020 28,598 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2018 26,394 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 May 2017 25,178 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 23,490 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 May 2015 21,576 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 18,839 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 18,430 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 17,934 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 16,498 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 14,982 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 10,601 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 4,490 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2008 4,464 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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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NJ02 MPE 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 84.2%.

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 NJ02 MPE, 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 NJ02 MPE registered?

NJ02 MPE is a 2002 BMW R850, first registered on 15 March 2002.

Is NJ02 MPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ02 MPE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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