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WA52 WXP

2002 BMW R1150

Red Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

44,654 mi
Last recorded44,654 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R115029,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA52 WXP
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 44,654 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 38,928 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 35,524 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 32,584 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 31,917 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 30,281 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 28,617 miles

Rear Slight play in final drive pivot bearing

Pass 3 May 2016 25,580 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 25,535 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 25,535 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Pass 1 May 2014 25,142 miles

tyres ageing

Fail 22 Apr 2014 25,142 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Front Upper Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

tyres ageing

Pass 2 Apr 2013 24,908 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 24,612 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 24,113 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 21,852 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 21,057 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 20,458 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 17,795 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 14,713 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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WA52 WXP is a 2002 BMW R1150 in Red with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WA52 WXP, 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 WA52 WXP registered?

WA52 WXP is a 2002 BMW R1150, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is WA52 WXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA52 WXP shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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