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KV02 GKU

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

65,025 mi
Last recorded65,025 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV02 GKU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 65,025 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 64,328 miles

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

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

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight free play on drive pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 63,717 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 63,367 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play play in wheel not necessarily bearing as shaft driven (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 63,340 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 63,323 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play possible shaft wear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 63,249 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 63,019 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 62,953 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 22 Oct 2016 62,918 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 62,845 miles

Centre Lower Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Advise Brake Fluctuation (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 61,235 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 58,954 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2013 58,954 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 56,147 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 53,702 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 25 May 2011 53,702 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2010 52,448 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 46,740 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 36,387 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 27,263 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 25,115 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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KV02 GKU is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KV02 GKU, 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 KV02 GKU registered?

KV02 GKU is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 March 2002.

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The MOT history for KV02 GKU shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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