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DK02 AFV

2002 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

58,218 mi
Last recorded58,218 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK02 AFV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 58,218 miles

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning front brake light (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2024 57,754 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 56,670 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 53,885 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 52,052 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 50,638 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 49,329 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 48,200 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 47,065 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 45,634 miles

Front Lower Brake hose slightly kinked against the fork leg (3.2.B3a)

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

lefthand fork tube has damage on the chrome finish that could damage the oil seal

wiring behind headlamp is insecure and hanging, could cause fouling of the lock to lock on steering

Fail 12 Jul 2016 45,634 miles

Front Lower Brake hose slightly kinked against the fork leg (3.2.B3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

lefthand fork tube has damage on the chrome finish that could damage the oil seal

wiring behind headlamp is insecure and hanging, could cause fouling of the lock to lock on steering

Fail 27 Jul 2015 44,892 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 44,892 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 43,544 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 41,348 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 39,117 miles

Advise - Front brake slightly binding. Only slight but will need attention soon.

Exhaust baffle missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Lower steering ball joint boot split

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 23 Jul 2012 39,117 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Advise - Front brake slightly binding. Only slight but will need attention soon.

Exhaust baffle missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Lower steering ball joint boot split

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 36,747 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 36,747 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2010 28,169 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 28,169 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 21,120 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 15,621 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 11,986 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 7,359 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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DK02 AFV is a 2002 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DK02 AFV, 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 DK02 AFV registered?

DK02 AFV is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 July 2002.

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