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MV52 VKT

2002 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,179 mi
Last recorded53,179 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV52 VKT
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 53,179 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 51,417 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 51,307 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 50,673 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 49,324 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 43,348 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 37,590 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 36,367 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 36,367 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 May 2015 35,375 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 35,041 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 33,813 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 32,342 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 30,622 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 29,558 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 25,659 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 25,659 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 23,721 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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MV52 VKT is a 2002 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MV52 VKT, 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

How do I check the history of MV52 VKT?

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What year was MV52 VKT registered?

MV52 VKT is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 18 October 2002.

Is MV52 VKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV52 VKT shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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