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GD02 VSV

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

48,013 mi
Last recorded48,013 miles
Recorded on11 May 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD02 VSV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2021 48,013 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 47,768 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 44,395 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 42,865 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 28 Apr 2017 42,865 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 40,648 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 38,080 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 36,288 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 34,500 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 33,339 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2011 32,330 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 32,330 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 May 2010 30,905 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 28,598 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 25,908 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 23,494 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 20,142 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 20,116 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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GD02 VSV is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VSV, 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 VSV registered?

GD02 VSV is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is GD02 VSV safe to buy?

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