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RK02 HRL

2002 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

231,861 mi
Last recorded231,861 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK02 HRL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Jun 2017 231,861 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 19 May 2016 217,722 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 201,504 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 May 2014 183,401 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 20 May 2014 183,401 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 170,424 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 154,762 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 139,270 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 123,084 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 105,914 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 89,300 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2008 89,115 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2007 71,370 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 53,091 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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RK02 HRL is a 2002 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RK02 HRL, 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 RK02 HRL registered?

RK02 HRL is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 23 April 2002.

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