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GF52 UKO

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

58,735 mi
Last recorded58,735 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 58,735 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 56,095 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 53,913 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 53,719 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 53,654 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 53,592 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 52,233 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 48,640 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 48,381 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 48,201 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2015 47,988 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 47,681 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 47,075 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 46,620 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 46,607 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 45,095 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2010 45,037 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 Apr 2010 45,037 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 44,933 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 44,020 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 43,907 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 37,863 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 UKO is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 UKO, 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 GF52 UKO registered?

GF52 UKO is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 November 2002.

Is GF52 UKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF52 UKO shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GF52 UKO have outstanding finance?

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