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GL02 WXR

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

49,944 mi
Last recorded49,944 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL02 WXR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 49,944 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 47,258 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 44,310 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 41,102 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 39,568 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2022 39,568 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2021 37,210 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit strip check now look like on limit fronts also strip check they ok over 1.5 mm but strip check soon slight bind at front (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 35,105 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 33,533 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 33,531 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2017 33,531 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 31,938 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 25,852 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 17,286 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 12,887 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 12,808 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 12,637 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 12,637 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 9,080 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2008 9,080 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 8,752 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 7,674 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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GL02 WXR is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GL02 WXR, 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 GL02 WXR registered?

GL02 WXR is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 July 2002.

Is GL02 WXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL02 WXR shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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