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RK02 HVS

2002 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

39,795 mi
Last recorded39,795 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK02 HVS
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2019 39,795 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 39,342 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 38,611 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 41,469 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 37,211 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 34,397 miles

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

Fail 2 Jan 2015 34,397 miles

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

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Fail 2 Jan 2014 31,446 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 31,446 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 28,840 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2013 28,840 miles

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

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2012 26,438 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 26,438 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 23,145 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2010 23,145 miles

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

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 20,712 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 18,122 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 15,490 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 13,707 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 HVS is a 2002 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 HVS, 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 HVS registered?

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

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