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HKZ 8715

2002 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

39,629 mi
Last recorded39,629 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKZ 8715
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 39,629 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 39,093 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 38,192 miles

Rear Slight noise from rear wheel bearing

Small cut in rear tyre

Fail 20 Jun 2024 38,148 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Slight noise from rear wheel bearing

Small cut in rear tyre

Pass 5 Jun 2023 36,457 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 32,935 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2022 32,935 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 31,244 miles

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

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 31,207 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 27,149 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 23,991 miles

Mudguard insecure

Fail 20 Mar 2018 23,991 miles

Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

Mudguard insecure

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 21,941 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2017 21,941 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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HKZ 8715 is a 2002 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HKZ 8715, 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

How do I check the history of HKZ 8715?

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What year was HKZ 8715 registered?

HKZ 8715 is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is HKZ 8715 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HKZ 8715 shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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