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PE51 NGJ

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

42,164 mi
Last recorded42,164 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE51 NGJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 42,164 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 41,575 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 40,920 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 40,513 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 39,666 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 39,153 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 38,578 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 38,086 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 37,607 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 36,842 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 36,404 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 35,653 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 34,082 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 33,106 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 31,197 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 31,197 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 29,889 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 28,317 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2007 26,352 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 22,221 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 17,362 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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PE51 NGJ is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 PE51 NGJ, 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 PE51 NGJ?

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What year was PE51 NGJ registered?

PE51 NGJ is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 11 January 2002.

Is PE51 NGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE51 NGJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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