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NH51 NGF

2002 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

60,539 mi
Last recorded60,539 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH51 NGF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 60,539 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 60,019 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 59,110 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 52,327 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 52,103 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 50,985 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2015 50,847 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 50,674 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 49,237 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 46,960 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 20 Jun 2012 46,960 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 44,405 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 40,838 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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NH51 NGF is a 2002 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 NH51 NGF, 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 NH51 NGF registered?

NH51 NGF is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 26 January 2002.

Is NH51 NGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NH51 NGF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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