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RK02 HWX

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

132,288 mi
Last recorded132,288 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK02 HWX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 132,288 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 131,015 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 130,674 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2022 129,826 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 129,224 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 128,694 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 128,694 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 121,949 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 116,761 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 110,075 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 101,684 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 94,310 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 86,332 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 77,640 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 73,339 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 64,909 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 57,765 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 48,941 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 38,601 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 31,903 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 18,632 miles

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

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 HWX is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HWX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RK02 HWX registered?

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

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The MOT history for RK02 HWX shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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