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PO52 YXW

2002 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

23,976 mi
Last recorded23,976 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW R85023,590 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO52 YXW
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2023 23,976 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 23,975 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively very slight bind (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 May 2021 23,109 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 23,079 miles

Nearside Front Upper Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front Upper Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 22,392 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 21,534 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 21,534 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 21,051 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 20,074 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2011 20,074 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 18,829 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 17,508 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 16,513 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 15,560 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 13,829 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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PO52 YXW is a 2002 BMW R850 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PO52 YXW, 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 PO52 YXW registered?

PO52 YXW is a 2002 BMW R850, first registered on 25 September 2002.

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The MOT history for PO52 YXW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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