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HV02 MHJ

2002 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

113,028 mi
Last recorded113,028 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV02 MHJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 113,028 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 112,549 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 110,735 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 108,766 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 108,498 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 107,946 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Sep 2020 107,946 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 107,030 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2018 91,261 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 77,498 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 65,768 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 35,725 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 22,509 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 10,418 miles

Black tape on exhaust possibly disguising the words 'not for road use' or similar.

Pass 16 Jun 2007 10,406 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 9,785 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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HV02 MHJ is a 2002 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 HV02 MHJ, 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 HV02 MHJ registered?

HV02 MHJ is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 May 2002.

Is HV02 MHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV02 MHJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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