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AB02 RAT

2002 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

39,288 mi
Last recorded39,288 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW K Series28,823 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB02 RAT
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2024 39,288 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Oct 2023 39,279 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 38,925 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 38,763 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 37,946 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 35,844 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear pads (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 10 Aug 2019 35,844 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm rear tyre 0.5mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear pads (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 34,776 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 31,390 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2017 31,390 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jul 2016 27,733 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 25,745 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2015 25,745 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2014 22,451 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 19,409 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2012 19,181 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 18,637 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 16,904 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 15,366 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 12,991 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 9,068 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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AB02 RAT is a 2002 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2002 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 28,823 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB02 RAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 24 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AB02 RAT registered?

AB02 RAT is a 2002 BMW K Series, first registered on 20 May 2002.

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