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DK52 UUN

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

55,793 mi
Last recorded55,793 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK52 UUN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 55,793 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 55,427 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 55,358 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2023 55,162 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 53,922 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 53,393 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 52,153 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 49,851 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 48,321 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 47,865 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 47,134 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 46,124 miles

rear tyres worn flat on centre of tread

Pass 17 Dec 2012 44,185 miles

centre of rear tyre tread worn flat

Pass 22 Dec 2011 43,023 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 41,512 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 37,100 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 33,919 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 29,103 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 25,367 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 25,367 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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DK52 UUN is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 DK52 UUN, 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 DK52 UUN registered?

DK52 UUN is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 October 2002.

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