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KC02 OAB

2002 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

64,472 mi
Last recorded64,472 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC02 OAB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 64,472 miles

Central Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2024 63,652 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2020 63,278 miles

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 63,220 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 61,630 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 61,630 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2016 58,093 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 58,093 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2015 57,668 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 55,175 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 42,190 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 39,438 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 38,710 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 36,409 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 30,569 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 30,569 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2008 24,052 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 18,749 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 15,444 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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KC02 OAB is a 2002 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 KC02 OAB, 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 KC02 OAB registered?

KC02 OAB is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 July 2002.

Is KC02 OAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC02 OAB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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