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FJ52 VMZ

2002 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,115 mi
Last recorded81,115 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ52 VMZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2026 81,115 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 80,865 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 72,837 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 63,791 miles

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

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

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

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 63,642 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2018 63,491 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 63,333 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 61,060 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2014 58,549 miles

Handle bar grips split/torn.

Pass 8 Mar 2013 54,766 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 49,906 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2011 41,580 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 3,777 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 32,870 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2007 29,226 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 22,862 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 16,176 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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FJ52 VMZ is a 2002 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FJ52 VMZ, 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.

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What year was FJ52 VMZ registered?

FJ52 VMZ is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 November 2002.

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