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FC02 GMF

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

33,069 mi
Last recorded33,069 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFC02 GMF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 33,069 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 31,527 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 30,789 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2021 29,911 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 29,455 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 26,352 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 25,364 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2018 25,364 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 9 May 2017 25,352 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 25,284 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 24,828 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 23,162 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 23,079 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 22,387 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 21,226 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 18,397 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 15,279 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 14,183 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 12,126 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 9,741 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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FC02 GMF 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 FC02 GMF, 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.

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What year was FC02 GMF registered?

FC02 GMF is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 May 2002.

Is FC02 GMF safe to buy?

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