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DK52 VFN

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

73,125 mi
Last recorded73,125 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK52 VFN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 73,125 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2024 72,966 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 71,854 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit borderline on 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2022 68,618 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2021 65,428 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2020 61,703 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 60,708 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 59,243 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 56,887 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 54,219 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2015 50,923 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 46,470 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 40,526 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 36,739 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 31,520 miles

rear exhaust silencer slight insecure

rear tyre squaring up and close to limit (2mm)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 23,930 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 23,930 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2009 17,835 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 15,009 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 11,662 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 10,383 miles

Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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 VFN is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue 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 DK52 VFN, 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 VFN registered?

DK52 VFN is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is DK52 VFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK52 VFN 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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