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HS02 BGU

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

71,024 mi
Last recorded71,024 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS02 BGU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 71,024 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 68,776 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 67,149 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 65,787 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 63,081 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 60,627 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 58,817 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 57,901 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 57,368 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 56,603 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 56,114 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 55,555 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 54,411 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 53,024 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 51,516 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 47,603 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 44,159 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2010 44,152 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2009 40,923 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 32,917 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 32,917 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 24,156 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2006 14,260 miles

Front brake pads wering low and metal backings corroded.

Vehicle underside dirty at time of test.

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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HS02 BGU is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 HS02 BGU, 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 HS02 BGU registered?

HS02 BGU is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is HS02 BGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS02 BGU shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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