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HJ02 FYN

2002 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,050 mi
Last recorded48,050 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ02 FYN
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 48,050 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 47,474 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2024 47,447 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension rod ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 47,051 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2023 47,051 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 45,456 miles

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour faded colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured colour faded (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Jul 2022 45,456 miles

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour faded colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured colour faded (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 42,481 miles

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour slightly discoloured (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp slightly discoloured (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 38,115 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 38,094 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 38,015 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 34,803 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 30,333 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 28,066 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 28,066 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Jan 2011 26,763 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 25,425 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 21,232 miles

rear disc starting to wear

rear tyre nearing minimum limit

Pass 17 Aug 2007 14,647 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 10,255 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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HJ02 FYN is a 2002 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HJ02 FYN, 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 HJ02 FYN registered?

HJ02 FYN is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 26 June 2002.

Is HJ02 FYN safe to buy?

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