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RV52 BUW

2002 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2017
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,591 mi
Last recorded35,591 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW R115029,028 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 BUW
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2016 35,591 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 34,921 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 34,362 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 33,658 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 32,882 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 32,167 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 26,344 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 20,833 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 13,362 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 12,058 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 10,769 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 8,642 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1150?

Based on 51,143 MOT tests across 3,967 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
1,399
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
3,967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 623
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 105
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 86
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RV52 BUW is a 2002 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 29,028 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R1150 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 623 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV52 BUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1150 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this BMW R1150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RV52 BUW?

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What year was RV52 BUW registered?

RV52 BUW is a 2002 BMW R1150, first registered on 15 November 2002.

Is RV52 BUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV52 BUW shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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