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RK02 HVC

2002 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

33,225 mi
Last recorded33,225 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK02 HVC
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2021 33,225 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 32,828 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2016 32,541 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2016 32,520 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2015 30,434 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 29,515 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 29,515 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2012 28,478 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 28,478 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 27,219 miles

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

Rear brake pads rusty on backing

Pass 2 Jul 2010 25,564 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 21,724 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 21,724 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 18,124 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 13,212 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 13,212 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 8 Jul 2006 9,387 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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 HVC is a 2002 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 HVC, 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 HVC registered?

RK02 HVC is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 6 March 2002.

Is RK02 HVC safe to buy?

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