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HN02 WJX

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

243,744 mi
Last recorded243,744 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN02 WJX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 243,744 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 228,859 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 May 2024 217,842 miles
Fail 8 May 2024 217,822 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2023 214,925 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 214,357 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 231,599 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 213,574 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 212,662 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2019 210,668 miles

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

Rear wheel rim corroding.

Pass 29 Jan 2018 207,453 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 201,929 miles

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

steering head bearings slightly notchey.

Pass 8 Feb 2016 196,753 miles

Front front tyre starting to crack on sidewalls.

Pass 12 Feb 2015 194,107 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2014 193,493 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 192,122 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 18,856 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 154,753 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 104,993 miles

advise slight play at rear wheel

Pass 3 Jan 2009 55,740 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Fail 3 Jan 2009 55,740 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 19 Jan 2008 36,755 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 32,889 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 29,801 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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HN02 WJX is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HN02 WJX, 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 HN02 WJX registered?

HN02 WJX is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 August 2002.

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