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RD51 YHB

2002 BMW R850

Cream Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests28 (23 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate82.1%

Mileage

44,050 mi
Last recorded44,050 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R85023,590 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRD51 YHB
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2002
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

23 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 44,050 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2025 41,137 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 40,169 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 39,522 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 39,276 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 39,167 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 38,287 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 36,514 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 35,325 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 33,647 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 33,647 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 May 2017 33,210 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 31,858 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 29,857 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2015 29,857 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2014 26,324 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 26,324 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 22,415 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 18,534 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 21 Feb 2012 18,534 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 15,279 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 14,256 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 13,177 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 10,642 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 8,489 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 7,458 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Nov 2006 7,458 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 5,509 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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RD51 YHB is a 2002 BMW R850 in Cream with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.1%.

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 RD51 YHB, 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 RD51 YHB registered?

RD51 YHB is a 2002 BMW R850, first registered on 28 January 2002.

Is RD51 YHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RD51 YHB shows 28 tests with a 82.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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