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X201 OBP

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

43,129 mi
Last recorded43,129 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX201 OBP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2021 43,129 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute intermittently (4.4.4 (a))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured slightly white (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear fluid leak from drive box

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 42,141 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 41,314 miles

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

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Oct 2016 39,254 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 57,014 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 57,014 miles

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 May 2012 51,787 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2011 47,916 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 46,498 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2009 42,800 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2009 42,771 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 32,172 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 20,458 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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X201 OBP is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 X201 OBP, 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 X201 OBP registered?

X201 OBP is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is X201 OBP safe to buy?

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