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GD02 VKE

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

65,816 mi
Last recorded65,816 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD02 VKE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2024 65,816 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 63,675 miles

Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 63,609 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 63,581 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 63,575 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 63,410 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 63,236 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2015 56,120 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 52,689 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 50,075 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 47,678 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 26 Feb 2011 45,498 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2010 44,461 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 42,550 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009
Pass 16 Feb 2008 40,841 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 36,591 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 28,614 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 28,614 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2006 28,571 miles

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

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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GD02 VKE is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue 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 GD02 VKE, 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 GD02 VKE registered?

GD02 VKE is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 March 2002.

Is GD02 VKE safe to buy?

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