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FD02 PCU

2002 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

42,835 mi
Last recorded42,835 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD02 PCU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 42,835 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2024 42,242 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 40,465 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 36,665 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Lower auxillary lights adjusted to re test

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

Nearside slight oil leak at oil filler

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

steering colliding with charging socket but does not affect steering function

Pass 12 Mar 2021 34,042 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Lower Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Mudguard insecure n/s and o/s ()

Offside Front Lower auxilary light slightly insecure

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

Valve stem slightly damaged front and rear (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 33,463 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 32,545 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 32,147 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 32,147 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 30,702 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 28,349 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 28,328 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 27,850 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 22,230 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 19,084 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 11,495 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 6,806 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 6,021 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 3,589 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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FD02 PCU is a 2002 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 FD02 PCU, 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 FD02 PCU registered?

FD02 PCU is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 June 2002.

Is FD02 PCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD02 PCU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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