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AU52 OEV

2002 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

30,454 mi
Last recorded30,454 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU52 OEV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 30,454 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 30,454 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 30,446 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 30,438 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 30,350 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 30,337 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 30,324 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 30,245 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 30,119 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 29,713 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 29,495 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 28,999 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 28,423 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 26,943 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 25,258 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 22,499 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 21,601 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 19,350 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 19,350 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 27 Jul 2007 18,042 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 18,042 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 15,642 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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AU52 OEV is a 2002 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AU52 OEV, 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

How do I check the history of AU52 OEV?

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What year was AU52 OEV registered?

AU52 OEV is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 December 2002.

Is AU52 OEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU52 OEV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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