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RK02 HVY

2002 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

71,155 mi
Last recorded71,155 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R115029,028 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK02 HVY
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 71,155 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 68,788 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 67,041 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 15 Jun 2022 66,950 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 66,148 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 63,801 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 62,076 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 60,825 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 59,753 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 58,981 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 58,108 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 58,108 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 10 Jun 2014 57,293 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 54,905 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 53,602 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 19 May 2012 53,602 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 May 2011 51,633 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 47,856 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2010 47,856 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2009 44,886 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2008 43,221 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 37,221 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 26,909 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1150?

Based on 51,143 MOT tests across 3,967 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
1,399
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
3,967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 623
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 105
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 86
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RK02 HVY is a 2002 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2002 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 29,028 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 R1150 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 623 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RK02 HVY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1150 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this BMW R1150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RK02 HVY registered?

RK02 HVY is a 2002 BMW R1150, first registered on 22 March 2002.

Is RK02 HVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK02 HVY shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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