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VX52 YBY

2002 BMW R850

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

37,313 mi
Last recorded37,313 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R85023,590 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX52 YBY
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 37,313 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 35,732 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 34,086 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 32,756 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 31,150 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Mar 2022 31,150 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 28,340 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 27,196 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 25,339 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 23,994 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 23,990 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 23,974 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2013 20,095 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 16,568 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 16,543 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Oct 2011 13,060 miles

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

tyre pressures low

Pass 13 Oct 2010 9,303 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 12 Oct 2010 9,303 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 5,947 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 5,947 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 1,462 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 1,293 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 929 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 856 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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VX52 YBY is a 2002 BMW R850 in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VX52 YBY, 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 VX52 YBY registered?

VX52 YBY is a 2002 BMW R850, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is VX52 YBY safe to buy?

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