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MF02 WBD

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

36,878 mi
Last recorded36,878 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF02 WBD
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 36,878 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 36,878 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 36,866 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 36,866 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jun 2019 34,478 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 31,829 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 30,026 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 30,026 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2016 28,698 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 27,714 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 26,699 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 24,670 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 22,999 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 21,537 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 13,735 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 13,716 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 13,220 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 12,603 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 10,715 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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MF02 WBD is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 MF02 WBD, 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 MF02 WBD registered?

MF02 WBD is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 May 2002.

Is MF02 WBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF02 WBD shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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