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SW02 FOM

2002 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

61,739 mi
Last recorded61,739 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW R115029,028 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW02 FOM
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 61,739 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 61,709 miles

Slight knock from head bearing /Bushes

Fail 9 Apr 2018 61,709 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Slight knock from head bearing /Bushes

Pass 13 Feb 2017 60,193 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 58,162 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 56,504 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 52,979 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 49,818 miles

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 47,689 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 43,980 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 43,980 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 25 Aug 2009 40,304 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 34,897 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 30,647 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 26,927 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1150?

Based on 51,143 MOT tests across 3,967 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
1,399
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
3,967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 623
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 105
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 86
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SW02 FOM is a 2002 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2002 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 29,028 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 R1150 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 623 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW02 FOM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1150 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this BMW R1150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SW02 FOM registered?

SW02 FOM is a 2002 BMW R1150, first registered on 19 June 2002.

Is SW02 FOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW02 FOM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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