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GF52 UKL

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,220 mi
Last recorded52,220 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF52 UKL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2026 52,220 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 42,659 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 33,990 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 33,950 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 33,739 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 32,733 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 29,205 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 27,934 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 25,765 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 24,127 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 22,369 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2014 19,677 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 19,021 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 18,060 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 13,749 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 13,732 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 12,921 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 8,257 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 7,561 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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GF52 UKL is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GF52 UKL, 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

How do I check the history of GF52 UKL?

You can check the full history of GF52 UKL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GF52 UKL registered?

GF52 UKL is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 November 2002.

Is GF52 UKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF52 UKL shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GF52 UKL have outstanding finance?

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