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WV52 AAZ

2002 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

69,512 mi
Last recorded69,512 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV52 AAZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 69,512 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 68,378 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 67,557 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 65,376 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 63,292 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 61,212 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 60,157 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 58,203 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 56,894 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 56,889 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 55,132 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 30 Aug 2013 55,132 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 52,239 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 13 Apr 2012 52,239 miles

Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 50,965 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 40,393 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2009 40,393 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2008 27,146 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2007 15,232 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 14,898 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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WV52 AAZ is a 2002 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc 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 WV52 AAZ, 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 WV52 AAZ?

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What year was WV52 AAZ registered?

WV52 AAZ is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 November 2002.

Is WV52 AAZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV52 AAZ shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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