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GL52 APX

2002 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

90,499 mi
Last recorded90,499 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2014
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL52 APX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 22 Oct 2014 90,499 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 90,499 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 87,460 miles

rear paralever bearings have slight free-play

Fail 19 Oct 2013 87,460 miles

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

rear paralever bearings have slight free-play

Fail 12 Oct 2012 83,661 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

rear paralever bearings have slight free play

Pass 12 Oct 2012 83,661 miles

rear paralever bearings have slight free play

Pass 15 Oct 2011 69,663 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

rear tyre has tempary repair

Pass 1 Dec 2010 66,381 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 58,347 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2008 53,304 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Nov 2007 46,298 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2006 36,840 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 36,840 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 29,034 miles

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

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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GL52 APX is a 2002 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GL52 APX, 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 GL52 APX registered?

GL52 APX is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 25 November 2002.

Is GL52 APX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL52 APX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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