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AE02 HDH

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

29,956 mi
Last recorded29,956 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE02 HDH
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 29,956 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 28,536 miles
Fail 21 May 2025 28,536 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2024 26,242 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 25,428 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2022 23,788 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 21,759 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 19,895 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 16,696 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 14,681 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 14,554 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 14,372 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 14,214 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 14,014 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 13,772 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 13,162 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 12,636 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 11,381 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 10,339 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 9,029 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 7,514 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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AE02 HDH is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AE02 HDH, 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 AE02 HDH registered?

AE02 HDH is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is AE02 HDH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE02 HDH shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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