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HK02 RCV

2002 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

78,391 mi
Last recorded78,391 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023 78,391 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Feb 2023 78,391 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 78,152 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 73,697 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 72,134 miles

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

front and rear brake binding slightly

Pass 23 Jun 2015 68,254 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 67,181 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 67,173 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 63,924 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 61,809 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 56,272 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 45,584 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2006 38,047 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 32,270 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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 RCV is a 2002 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 HK02 RCV, 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 RCV registered?

HK02 RCV is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 July 2002.

Is HK02 RCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK02 RCV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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