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A18 RTC

2002 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2025
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,501 mi
Last recorded55,501 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 RTC
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2024 55,501 miles

Central Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Lower Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 54,531 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 52,509 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 52,141 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 51,803 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 50,131 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 44,010 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 32,453 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 24,172 miles

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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A18 RTC is a 2002 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A18 RTC, 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.

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What year was A18 RTC registered?

A18 RTC is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is A18 RTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 RTC shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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