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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 2002. Check any 2002 by registration number below.

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80.2%

Avg Pass Rate

-9.7%

vs BMW Avg

5

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

BMW 2002 — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 2002 has an average MOT pass rate of 80.2%, which is 9.7 percentage points below the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 2002 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used BMW 2002, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the BMW 2002 performs at MOT across different model years.

1975

Based on 51 vehicles

80.4%Good
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

18.4%

1974

Based on 34 vehicles

73.5%Average
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

16.0%

1973

Based on 68 vehicles

85.3%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

5.0%

1972

Based on 31 vehicles

77.4%Good
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

5.0%

Retest Rate

5.0%

0

Based on 84 vehicles

84.5%Good
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 5yr

51k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

7.8%

Rear Nearside

2.0%

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

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90.4% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d Sport

87.3% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d M Sport X Auto

87.0% pass rate

BMW 550

82.4% pass rate

BMW 316 I

89.0% pass rate

BMW 540i Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

75.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for BMW 2002

BMW 2002 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 2002 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 2002?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 2002 is 80.2% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 2002?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the BMW 2002 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 80.2%, the BMW 2002 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a BMW 2002?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a BMW 2002?
Typical mileage for the BMW 2002: 51,049 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 2002 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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