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PL02 WMJ

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

56,482 mi
Last recorded56,482 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2014
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL02 WMJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2014 56,482 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 56,472 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 52,471 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 45,899 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 36,999 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 36,045 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 33,178 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 27,291 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 26,780 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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PL02 WMJ is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PL02 WMJ, 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 PL02 WMJ registered?

PL02 WMJ is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 August 2002.

Is PL02 WMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL02 WMJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PL02 WMJ have outstanding finance?

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