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HT02 VHL

2002 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

35,886 mi
Last recorded35,886 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT02 VHL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 35,886 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 35,522 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2024 35,522 miles

Front Fuel tank leaking fuel pump area leak. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 31,326 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2023 31,326 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 31,221 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 30,765 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 30,307 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 29,176 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 26,898 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 24,909 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 23,552 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 18,987 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 15,792 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 15,032 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 14,982 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 14,973 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 14,713 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 14,018 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 12,499 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 12,497 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 10,555 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 8,699 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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HT02 VHL is a 2002 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 HT02 VHL, 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 HT02 VHL registered?

HT02 VHL is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 August 2002.

Is HT02 VHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT02 VHL shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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