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KG02 FUV

2002 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,942 mi
Last recorded95,942 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG02 FUV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 95,942 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 95,343 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 94,549 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear tyre has small cracks - not showing cord

Pass 3 May 2022 93,016 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 91,586 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 89,514 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 88,349 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 84,851 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 84,851 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 72,803 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 72,803 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 63,817 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 27 Jun 2012 53,770 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 53,770 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 41,197 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 41,197 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 21 Feb 2009 33,725 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 28,211 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2006 20,107 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 12,042 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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KG02 FUV is a 2002 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KG02 FUV, 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 KG02 FUV registered?

KG02 FUV is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 12 June 2002.

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