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FJ52 VNE

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

99,991 mi
Last recorded99,991 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ52 VNE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 99,991 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 99,868 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 99,413 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 96,563 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 94,239 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 93,402 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 91,338 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 90,514 miles

Front front brakes slightly binding

Fail 31 Jan 2018 90,477 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 87,639 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 87,636 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 78,410 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2014 63,286 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 37,368 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 22,942 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 19,357 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 17,022 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 15,625 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 14,635 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 14,455 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 11,978 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 VNE is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2002 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 32,818 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 VNE, 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 FJ52 VNE registered?

FJ52 VNE is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is FJ52 VNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ52 VNE shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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