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WJ02 NKD

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

9 mi
Last recorded9 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ02 NKD
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 9 miles

Nearside Rear NO FOOT PEG

Offside Rear NO REAR FOOT PEG

Rear BAG FIXED TO REAR SEAT TO MAKE RIDER ONLY

Pass 31 Oct 2024 44,986 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 44,915 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 44,840 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2022 44,840 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 44,355 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2021 44,330 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 43,215 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Jun 2019 43,191 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018 40,537 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 37,765 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 May 2016 36,866 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 9 May 2015 34,442 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2014 33,935 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 33,349 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 28,712 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 25,790 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 23,406 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 20,885 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 17,858 miles

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

remus end can fitted - road legal

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 NKD is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 WJ02 NKD, 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

How do I check the history of WJ02 NKD?

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What year was WJ02 NKD registered?

WJ02 NKD is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 July 2002.

Is WJ02 NKD safe to buy?

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