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RV52 BVR

2002 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

4,093 mi
Last recorded4,093 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2009
Typical for 2002 BMW R85023,590 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 BVR
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2009 4,093 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 4,093 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 37,479 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2007 34,029 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 29,948 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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RV52 BVR is a 2002 BMW R850 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RV52 BVR, 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

How do I check the history of RV52 BVR?

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What year was RV52 BVR registered?

RV52 BVR is a 2002 BMW R850, first registered on 11 December 2002.

Is RV52 BVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV52 BVR shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV52 BVR have outstanding finance?

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