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HS02 BSU

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

29,565 mi
Last recorded29,565 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 29,565 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 29,292 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 29,071 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 28,694 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2020 28,226 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2020 28,226 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 26,016 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 23,610 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2016 20,857 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 13,984 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 11,747 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 11,421 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 11,165 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 10,042 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2009 9,001 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 8,662 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 8,203 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 7,777 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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HS02 BSU is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 BSU, 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 BSU registered?

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

Is HS02 BSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS02 BSU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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