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GS02 BMW

2002 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

86,124 mi
Last recorded86,124 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGS02 BMW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 86,124 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 84,239 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 80,785 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 76,730 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 75,182 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 70,757 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 67,356 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 67,356 miles

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to excessive wear (3.2.A1i)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 65,923 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 62,623 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 62,623 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 9 Apr 2015 60,618 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 60,618 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 55,154 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 49,947 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 46,894 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 42,382 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 37,319 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 31,154 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 25,514 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 19,723 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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GS02 BMW is a 2002 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 GS02 BMW, 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 GS02 BMW registered?

GS02 BMW is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 5 August 2002.

Is GS02 BMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GS02 BMW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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