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RK02 HPJ

2002 BMW F Series

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,418 mi
Last recorded33,418 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK02 HPJ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2021 33,418 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear tyre perishing/cracking

Pass 30 May 2020 33,001 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2017 32,644 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2014 28,199 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 28 Jan 2014 28,199 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 27,349 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2010 25,081 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 21,644 miles

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

front forks slightly pitted

Fail 21 Apr 2009 21,644 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

front forks slightly pitted

Pass 28 Mar 2008 17,629 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 26 Mar 2008 17,629 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 24 May 2006 14,614 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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 HPJ is a 2002 BMW F Series in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HPJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RK02 HPJ registered?

RK02 HPJ is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 11 March 2002.

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