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WJ02 DFA

2002 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

33,504 mi
Last recorded33,504 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ02 DFA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2025 33,504 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 32,999 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 32,129 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 30,737 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 28,967 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 27,471 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 24,912 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 19,756 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 19,641 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2013 19,509 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 19,266 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 18,675 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 18,131 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 16,728 miles

ABS warning lamps flashing.

Fail 24 Apr 2009 16,728 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

ABS warning lamps flashing.

Pass 17 Apr 2008 15,554 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 14,541 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 13,073 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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WJ02 DFA is a 2002 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 WJ02 DFA, 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 WJ02 DFA registered?

WJ02 DFA is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 April 2002.

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The MOT history for WJ02 DFA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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