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MV52 VKX

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,756 mi
Last recorded61,756 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2020
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV52 VKX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2020 61,756 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2020 61,743 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 58,552 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

oil leak

Pass 12 Apr 2017 56,330 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 56,330 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 51,754 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 48,297 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS WEARING THIN

Pass 28 May 2013 45,572 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 45,563 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 43,210 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 42,090 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 34,564 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2008 34,564 miles

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 26,017 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 15,227 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))

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

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 VKX is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VKX, 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 MV52 VKX registered?

MV52 VKX is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is MV52 VKX safe to buy?

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