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WA51 BZO

2002 BMW R Series

White Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

72,152 mi
Last recorded72,152 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 BZO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 72,152 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 67,104 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 59,916 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2024 59,911 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 53,074 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 52,128 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 50,527 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 44,750 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 39,813 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 39,783 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 39,733 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough rear axle crown wheel bearing slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 12 May 2015 39,483 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 12 May 2015 39,483 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 39,130 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 38,676 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 37,643 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 May 2011 37,048 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 34,619 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 33,348 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 32,199 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 30,178 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 30,178 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 3 Jun 2006 24,170 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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WA51 BZO is a 2002 BMW R Series in White with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 WA51 BZO, 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 WA51 BZO registered?

WA51 BZO is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is WA51 BZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA51 BZO shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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