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RK02 HVB

2002 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,501 mi
Last recorded41,501 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK02 HVB
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 17 Jul 2026 41,501 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2016 34,673 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 31,448 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2013 29,220 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2010 27,572 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

rear suspension bush x1 has play

Fail 7 May 2010 27,572 miles

Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

rear suspension bush x1 has play

Pass 12 Jun 2009 22,014 miles

dipped beam output poor

play in forward rear suspension pivot

Fail 11 Jun 2009 22,014 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

dipped beam output poor

movement in l/h rear subframe stay

play in forward rear suspension pivot

Pass 21 May 2008 14,899 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 14,899 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 May 2007 14,365 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 12,854 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 HVB is a 2002 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HVB, 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 HVB registered?

RK02 HVB is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 14 March 2002.

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