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5 CXV

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,344 mi
Last recorded41,344 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration5 CXV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2024 41,344 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 40,460 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 38,376 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 36,743 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 34,845 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 33,682 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 33,674 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

aftermarket exhaust fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2008 31,894 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 26,484 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front monoshock top rubber mount loose

Pass 31 May 2007 26,484 miles

front monoshock top rubber mount loose

Pass 2 Jun 2006 20,571 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 20,571 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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5 CXV is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 32,818 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 5 CXV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 24 years old, this BMW R Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 5 CXV registered?

5 CXV is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 September 2002.

Is 5 CXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5 CXV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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