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VX02 UXH

2002 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

45,956 mi
Last recorded45,956 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R85023,590 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX02 UXH
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 45,956 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar grip split at one end but still safe to use

Pass 9 Jul 2024 44,940 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 41,809 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 41,062 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 39,507 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 39,245 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2019 39,245 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2019 39,182 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2018 37,982 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 37,536 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 36,462 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 36,261 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 35,840 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 35,287 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 34,836 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 3,440 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 34,280 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 32,879 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 32,024 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 28,358 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 21,601 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2006 13,331 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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VX02 UXH 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 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VX02 UXH, 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 VX02 UXH registered?

VX02 UXH is a 2002 BMW R850, first registered on 6 March 2002.

Is VX02 UXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX02 UXH shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VX02 UXH have outstanding finance?

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