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RL02 FGK

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

77,992 mi
Last recorded77,992 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL02 FGK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 77,992 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 76,713 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 74,005 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 71,551 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 70,173 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 68,599 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 68,599 miles

Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 64,662 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 64,662 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 15 May 2018 61,783 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 61,400 miles

Rear tyre has cuts in tread

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

Pass 9 Feb 2016 58,481 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 55,475 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 50,514 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 48,165 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 46,123 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 41,203 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 38,700 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 33,683 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 26,825 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 22,033 miles

Front 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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RL02 FGK 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 90.5%.

Across all 2002 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 32,818 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 RL02 FGK, 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 RL02 FGK registered?

RL02 FGK is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 July 2002.

Is RL02 FGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL02 FGK shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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