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MJ52 GHG

2002 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

28,846 mi
Last recorded28,846 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ52 GHG
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,189cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2022 28,846 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2022 28,826 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly idle increasing on full lock (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jan 2021 24,402 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 24,400 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 24,242 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 23,808 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 22,512 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 20,983 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 18,891 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 18,602 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2008 17,057 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2007 14,564 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 GHG is a 2002 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 GHG, 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 MJ52 GHG registered?

MJ52 GHG is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 October 2002.

Is MJ52 GHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ52 GHG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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