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MT02 OUA

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,762 mi
Last recorded81,762 miles
Recorded on16 May 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT02 OUA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2022 81,762 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 80,346 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 80,346 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 14 May 2019 77,634 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 77,634 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 May 2018 75,724 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 74,423 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 70,638 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 66,626 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 62,747 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 62,013 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 57,869 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 53,182 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 49,419 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 45,490 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2007 41,198 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 41,113 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 37,595 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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MT02 OUA is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MT02 OUA, 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 MT02 OUA registered?

MT02 OUA is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 18 July 2002.

Is MT02 OUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT02 OUA shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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