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RK02 HNM

2002 BMW F Series

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

17,113 mi
Last recorded17,113 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK02 HNM
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 17,113 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 16,247 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2023 14,586 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2023 14,586 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2022 12,821 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 12,280 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 12,007 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 11,455 miles

fuel cap seal split still sealing

Pass 10 Apr 2018 10,809 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 10,512 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 9,616 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 8,818 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 7,830 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 7,148 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 6,378 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 5,739 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 5,046 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 4,940 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 4,647 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 4,532 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 4,267 miles

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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RK02 HNM is a 2002 BMW F Series in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2002 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 18,596 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RK02 HNM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RK02 HNM registered?

RK02 HNM is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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