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AW52 TAF

2002 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

42,360 mi
Last recorded42,360 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R115029,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAW52 TAF
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 42,360 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2026 42,360 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 38,909 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2025 38,891 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 36,708 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 34,799 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2020 34,628 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 34,251 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 32,013 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Sep 2018 32,013 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 31,115 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play steering handlebar cross brace bearing has slight play (2.2.2)

abs system has a fault

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 21 May 2016 26,476 miles

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 11 May 2016 26,475 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2015 19,478 miles

front brake warning light on but no abs fitted

Pass 3 May 2013

Front Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

Rear Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 18,798 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 18,759 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 17,730 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 17,140 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 15,350 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 15,323 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2006 11,587 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1150?

Based on 51,143 MOT tests across 3,967 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
1,399
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
3,967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 623
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 105
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 86
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AW52 TAF is a 2002 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2002 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 29,028 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 R1150 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 623 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AW52 TAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1150 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this BMW R1150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AW52 TAF registered?

AW52 TAF is a 2002 BMW R1150, first registered on 30 October 2002.

Is AW52 TAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AW52 TAF shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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