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HV52 FFM

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

64,522 mi
Last recorded64,522 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV52 FFM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 64,522 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 58,115 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 53,700 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 50,774 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 46,230 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 42,134 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2019 41,376 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2018 37,456 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 36,266 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 35,215 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 34,041 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 34,041 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 May 2014 32,024 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 31,429 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 26,273 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 20,289 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 19,761 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 19,277 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 18,800 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 17,663 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 15,224 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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HV52 FFM is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 HV52 FFM, 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 HV52 FFM registered?

HV52 FFM is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 October 2002.

Is HV52 FFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV52 FFM shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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