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AE52 MWG

2002 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

74,907 mi
Last recorded74,907 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW K Series28,823 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE52 MWG
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2022 74,907 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 71,480 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2020 71,235 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 71,032 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit difficult to assess (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 69,727 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 69,727 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2017 68,294 miles

blue smoke on start up

Pass 13 Sep 2014 67,460 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 65,549 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 63,582 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 61,172 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2010 60,171 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2009 58,753 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 52,012 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 35,776 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 17,006 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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AE52 MWG is a 2002 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2002 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 28,823 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE52 MWG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 24 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE52 MWG registered?

AE52 MWG is a 2002 BMW K Series, first registered on 13 December 2002.

Is AE52 MWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE52 MWG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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