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LX51 GWA

2002 BMW R850

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

57,532 mi
Last recorded57,532 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R85023,590 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 GWA
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 57,532 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 55,583 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2025 55,583 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 54,343 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 53,512 miles

Nearside Front Fork Seal leaking slightly

Nearside Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 52,767 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 51,902 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 50,630 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 47,227 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 47,227 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 May 2017 45,237 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 45,237 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2016 42,694 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 26 May 2015 40,297 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 36,701 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 33,641 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 29,466 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 May 2011 25,815 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 19,033 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 14,048 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 9,619 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 8,643 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 6,284 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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LX51 GWA is a 2002 BMW R850 in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 LX51 GWA, 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 LX51 GWA registered?

LX51 GWA is a 2002 BMW R850, first registered on 14 February 2002.

Is LX51 GWA safe to buy?

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