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WG52 BXX

2002 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

95,484 mi
Last recorded95,484 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG52 BXX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2019 95,484 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 92,769 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil limited damping (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 86,130 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Dec 2014 85,729 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 81,468 miles

rear torque arm slightly corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2012 76,778 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 68,179 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 57,699 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 49,638 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 38,787 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 22 Oct 2008 38,787 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2007 35,035 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2006 22,151 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 12,443 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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WG52 BXX is a 2002 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WG52 BXX, 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 WG52 BXX registered?

WG52 BXX is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 December 2002.

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The MOT history for WG52 BXX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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