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J893 COO

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,233 mi
Last recorded22,233 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ893 COO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2015 22,233 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 22,233 miles

Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort REAR (3.3.A1c)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 7,101 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 95,340 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 13 Aug 2013 95,340 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 30 Aug 2012 83,946 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 30 Aug 2012 83,946 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 29 Aug 2009 68,937 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 65,584 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 61,584 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2007 61,584 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2006 58,663 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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J893 COO is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J893 COO, 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 J893 COO registered?

J893 COO is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 August 2002.

Is J893 COO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J893 COO shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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