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RV52 BVZ

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

51,321 mi
Last recorded51,321 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 BVZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2019 51,321 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 44,444 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2016 41,818 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 39,352 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 37,402 miles

A.B.S. fault

front suspension / steering lower joint dust boot split

Pass 23 Oct 2013 36,201 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 34,933 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2012 34,933 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2011 32,596 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2010 28,891 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 25,023 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 20,503 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 12,285 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 6,327 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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RV52 BVZ is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 RV52 BVZ, 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 RV52 BVZ registered?

RV52 BVZ is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is RV52 BVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV52 BVZ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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