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KE02 YHN

2002 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

34,037 mi
Last recorded34,037 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW K Series28,823 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE02 YHN
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 34,037 miles

n/s and o/s grips in poor condition

Fail 12 Aug 2025 34,037 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

n/s and o/s grips in poor condition

Pass 29 Aug 2024 29,806 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 27,102 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 26,735 miles

Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 22,987 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2022 22,987 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2021 20,081 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 19,118 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 17,518 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 15,622 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2018 15,622 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 13,109 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 10,454 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 10,396 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 10,217 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 9,855 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 9,689 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 9,615 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 8,790 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 7,553 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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KE02 YHN is a 2002 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2002 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 28,823 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KE02 YHN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 24 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KE02 YHN registered?

KE02 YHN is a 2002 BMW K Series, first registered on 18 April 2002.

Is KE02 YHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE02 YHN shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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