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RX02 XBY

2002 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

72,712 mi
Last recorded72,712 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX02 XBY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2019 72,712 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2019 72,712 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 70,737 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 69,701 miles

FRONT DISCS BOBBINS WORN

Fail 3 Mar 2017 69,688 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear wheel insecure AT DRIVE SHAFT POINT (4.2.3b)

FRONT DISCS BOBBINS WORN

O/S FOOT BRAKE/PEG MOUNTING BOLT LOOSE

Pass 21 Mar 2016 67,530 miles

FRONT PADS APPEAR LOW

NUMBER PLATE POOR CONDITION

Pass 23 Feb 2015 64,060 miles

Front brake discs worn

Front brake pads worn

Front tyre worn low

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear brake binding slightly

Rear brake disc worn

Rear brake pads on limit

Rear number plate deteriorated

Rear tyre on legal limit

Pass 18 Jan 2014 60,156 miles

rear number plate marked

Pass 12 Jan 2013 54,315 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2012 46,813 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2011 40,968 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 34,638 miles

rear brake pads worn on limit

rear exhaust can loose

Pass 2 Feb 2008 23,896 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2007 22,598 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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RX02 XBY is a 2002 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 RX02 XBY, 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 RX02 XBY registered?

RX02 XBY is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 April 2002.

Is RX02 XBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX02 XBY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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