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HK02 GKA

2002 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2013
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

122,888 mi
Last recorded122,888 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2012
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK02 GKA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2012 122,888 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 122,888 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 122,887 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Fail 24 Aug 2011 110,469 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 110,469 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 100,054 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 100,054 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 86,744 miles

Fog lamps do not work

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 5 Aug 2009 86,426 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 59,277 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 37,322 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 23,745 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 23,734 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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HK02 GKA is a 2002 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 HK02 GKA, 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 HK02 GKA registered?

HK02 GKA is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 15 June 2002.

Is HK02 GKA safe to buy?

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