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BW52 XAF

2002 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

52,107 mi
Last recorded52,107 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW52 XAF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2019 52,107 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 52,105 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 52,102 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 52,102 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 51,847 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 51,408 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2014 51,162 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 50,900 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 50,777 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 50,777 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2011 50,412 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 49,033 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 21 Apr 2010 49,014 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 41,953 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 28,074 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 27,867 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 20,234 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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BW52 XAF is a 2002 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BW52 XAF, 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 BW52 XAF registered?

BW52 XAF is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 October 2002.

Is BW52 XAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW52 XAF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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