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AP02 TSO

2002 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

35,627 mi
Last recorded35,627 miles
Recorded on24 May 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP02 TSO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2024 35,627 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 29,479 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 27,984 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 25,393 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 22,289 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 19,544 miles

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2018 19,544 miles

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 18,074 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 18,074 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2016 16,913 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 15,373 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2014 14,756 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 14,588 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 14,547 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 May 2011 14,353 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 14,120 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 13,992 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 May 2008 13,705 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 13,577 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 12,639 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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AP02 TSO is a 2002 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AP02 TSO, 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 AP02 TSO registered?

AP02 TSO is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 August 2002.

Is AP02 TSO safe to buy?

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