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RV52 DZR

2002 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

78,902 mi
Last recorded78,902 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 DZR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 78,902 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2026 78,902 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam Bulb replaced during test (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2026 78,590 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 78,580 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 78,572 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 78,554 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 78,447 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2020 78,447 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 78,376 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 76,966 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 72,345 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 68,427 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2014 68,427 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 63,714 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 59,301 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 50,823 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 42,876 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 36,007 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 25,811 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2007 20,497 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 19,492 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Feb 2006 13,240 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 DZR is a 2002 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 RV52 DZR, 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

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What year was RV52 DZR registered?

RV52 DZR is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 10 December 2002.

Is RV52 DZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV52 DZR shows 22 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.

Does RV52 DZR have outstanding finance?

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