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RK02 HPN

2002 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,966 mi
Last recorded44,966 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK02 HPN
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2016 44,966 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 44,930 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. locked solid (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jul 2015 38,740 miles
Fail 23 May 2015 38,392 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 33,706 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 27,392 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 May 2012 25,794 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 24,853 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 17,616 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 16,409 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 HPN is a 2002 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HPN, 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 HPN registered?

RK02 HPN is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 24 May 2002.

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