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PF51 XDR

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

79,493 mi
Last recorded79,493 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF51 XDR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 79,493 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 78,772 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 5 Dec 2023 78,772 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 77,168 miles

Central Front Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively Slight play in wishbone ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 76,937 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 66,767 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 59,897 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 8 Dec 2014 59,896 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 55,904 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 1 Nov 2012 50,266 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 50,266 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 38,786 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 36,679 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 27,561 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 27,561 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2008 27,079 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 24,229 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 23,715 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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PF51 XDR is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PF51 XDR, 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 PF51 XDR registered?

PF51 XDR is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 18 January 2002.

Is PF51 XDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF51 XDR shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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