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RV52 BWA

2002 BMW R1100

Blue Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

35,215 mi
Last recorded35,215 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW R110021,379 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 BWA
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2018 35,215 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 35,163 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 35,049 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 34,789 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play advise free play bottom bush (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 18 Mar 2015 33,896 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 33,896 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Apr 2014 31,520 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 27,811 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 26,711 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 26,711 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 25,346 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 24,724 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 22,968 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 21,044 miles

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

Number plate light not working.

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

Pass 9 Jan 2007 17,911 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1100?

Based on 53,146 MOT tests across 4,232 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
1,091
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
4,232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 685
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 341
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 319
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 310
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 282
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RV52 BWA is a 2002 BMW R1100 in Blue with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2002 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.4% with a typical mileage of 21,379 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 R1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 685 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV52 BWA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 24 years old, this BMW R1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV52 BWA registered?

RV52 BWA is a 2002 BMW R1100, first registered on 9 December 2002.

Is RV52 BWA safe to buy?

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