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WA02 DTX

2002 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

53,003 mi
Last recorded53,003 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA02 DTX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 53,003 miles

Slight play at rear wheel

Fail 23 Sep 2025 52,997 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 49,022 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 43,207 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 41,656 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 40,937 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2017 39,727 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 38,245 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 37,615 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2015 37,615 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 35,838 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 35,793 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 35,793 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2011 34,214 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 32,337 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 30,237 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 27,641 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 25,784 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 23,723 miles

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

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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WA02 DTX is a 2002 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 WA02 DTX, 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.

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What year was WA02 DTX registered?

WA02 DTX is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 August 2002.

Is WA02 DTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA02 DTX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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