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RV52 BXW

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

31,566 mi
Last recorded31,566 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2026 31,566 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 25,918 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 25,629 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 25,206 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 25,189 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 24,351 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 23,516 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2009 22,577 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 22,577 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2008 14,257 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 12,837 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 10,313 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 BXW is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BXW, 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

How do I check the history of RV52 BXW?

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What year was RV52 BXW registered?

RV52 BXW is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 November 2002.

Is RV52 BXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV52 BXW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV52 BXW have outstanding finance?

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