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RK02 HWT

2002 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

58,081 mi
Last recorded58,081 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK02 HWT
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2022 58,081 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 57,819 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 56,921 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 55,157 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 53,787 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 52,405 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 50,818 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 49,472 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2015 49,439 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 47,417 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 47,417 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 44,979 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 43,605 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 41,072 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 39,147 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 39,147 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 37,616 miles

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

Fail 27 Oct 2008 37,616 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2007 35,078 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 28,822 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 HWT is a 2002 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HWT, 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.

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What year was RK02 HWT registered?

RK02 HWT is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 6 March 2002.

Is RK02 HWT safe to buy?

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