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WG51 OUS

2002 BMW K Series

Bronze Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,488 mi
Last recorded65,488 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW K Series28,823 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG51 OUS
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2002
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 May 2026 65,488 miles

Front Stop lamp not working brake light switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 14 May 2025 65,021 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 22 May 2021 65,010 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 64,718 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2017 64,708 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2016 61,132 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 61,022 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 57,651 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 49,895 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 49,887 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 42,995 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2010 42,995 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2009 38,943 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 27,556 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 25,728 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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WG51 OUS is a 2002 BMW K Series in Bronze with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 28,823 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WG51 OUS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 24 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WG51 OUS registered?

WG51 OUS is a 2002 BMW K Series, first registered on 11 January 2002.

Is WG51 OUS safe to buy?

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