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HJ02 FYV

2002 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

118,227 mi
Last recorded118,227 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ02 FYV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2024 118,227 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2023 110,105 miles

Brake linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 107,189 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 102,880 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 98,051 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 94,862 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 94,855 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 88,408 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Fail 24 Jul 2017 88,304 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 81,769 miles

Brake component is slightly corroded rear brake caliper link arm (3.1.5)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 75,519 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 66,124 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 59,570 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 48,388 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 48,388 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 44,766 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 40,514 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 40,507 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 34,076 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 27,034 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2007 20,078 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 17,448 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2006 17,448 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 FYV is a 2002 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 FYV, 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 HJ02 FYV registered?

HJ02 FYV is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 June 2002.

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