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PL02 WMU

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

43,770 mi
Last recorded43,770 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2014
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2014 43,770 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 43,770 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 39,099 miles

advise + there is a slight pulse from the rear brake

Pass 17 Nov 2011 36,605 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2010 31,465 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 29,954 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 24,853 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2008 24,828 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2007 22,831 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2006 15,916 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2005 12,404 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 WMU is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PL02 WMU, 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.

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What year was PL02 WMU registered?

PL02 WMU is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 July 2002.

Is PL02 WMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL02 WMU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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