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NC02 PCV

2002 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

59,524 mi
Last recorded59,524 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC02 PCV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 59,524 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2026 59,524 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 28 May 2024 59,382 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 58,605 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 57,740 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 57,211 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 52,527 miles

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 51,745 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 50,482 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 47,551 miles

slight play at rear wheel

Pass 23 Jul 2014 39,516 miles

slight play in drive assembly

Pass 25 Jun 2013 33,117 miles

rear suspension slight freeplay

Pass 24 Jul 2012 28,479 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 25,000 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 21,829 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 17,584 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2008 13,076 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 10,783 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 8,226 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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NC02 PCV is a 2002 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 NC02 PCV, 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 NC02 PCV registered?

NC02 PCV is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 August 2002.

Is NC02 PCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC02 PCV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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