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SP02 JOH

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,696 mi
Last recorded51,696 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP02 JOH
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2025 51,696 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 49,827 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 48,227 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 46,367 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 44,496 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 41,137 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 39,420 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 36,960 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 33,534 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 31,408 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 30,573 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 29,852 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2012 28,887 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 27,766 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 25,840 miles

rear wheel diff has play.

Pass 10 Mar 2009 20,574 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 15,144 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 10,280 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 6,938 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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SP02 JOH is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SP02 JOH, 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 SP02 JOH registered?

SP02 JOH is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is SP02 JOH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP02 JOH shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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