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ST51 LSC

2002 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

54,594 mi
Last recorded54,594 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R85023,590 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST51 LSC
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025 54,594 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2025 54,594 miles

Central Front All position lamps not working sidelight inoperative, replaced bulb (4.2.1 (a))

Central Rear All position lamps not working Rear sidelight inoperative, replaced bulb (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 54,592 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2023 54,590 miles

Nearside Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake excessively binding Both front brakes binding excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 54,539 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2022 54,539 miles

Nearside Front Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 54,377 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2021 54,377 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working x2 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 54,094 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 53,399 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 52,814 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2017 48,987 miles

Front tyre valve will need replaced soon

Pass 15 Jun 2016 45,270 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 39,313 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 38,681 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 380,008 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 37,036 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2011 36,953 miles

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 May 2009 32,363 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 29,010 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 25,922 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 16,663 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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ST51 LSC is a 2002 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 ST51 LSC, 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 ST51 LSC?

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What year was ST51 LSC registered?

ST51 LSC is a 2002 BMW R850, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is ST51 LSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST51 LSC shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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