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YD52 HLE

2002 BMW R850

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

22,077 mi
Last recorded22,077 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R85023,590 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD52 HLE
MakeBMW
ModelR850
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 22,077 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 20,529 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 19,263 miles
Fail 8 May 2024 19,263 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 May 2023 17,602 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 17,602 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) Bulb blown. (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 10 May 2022 16,710 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 15,385 miles
Fail 15 May 2021 15,385 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2020 14,167 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 14,167 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 May 2019 13,845 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 12,465 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 10,548 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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YD52 HLE is a 2002 BMW R850 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YD52 HLE, 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 YD52 HLE registered?

YD52 HLE is a 2002 BMW R850, first registered on 26 October 2002.

Is YD52 HLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD52 HLE shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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