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MJ52 GHA

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,489 mi
Last recorded45,489 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ52 GHA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 4 Dec 2025 45,489 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 44,537 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 43,621 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 42,875 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 42,312 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 41,327 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 36,690 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 35,497 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 32,587 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 30,289 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2013 25,865 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 23,450 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 21,820 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 16,932 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Sep 2008 12,615 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 8,145 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 8,145 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 6,273 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 5,409 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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MJ52 GHA 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 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MJ52 GHA, 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 MJ52 GHA registered?

MJ52 GHA is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 November 2002.

Is MJ52 GHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ52 GHA shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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