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RV52 DYW

2002 BMW K Series

Green Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

53,850 mi
Last recorded53,850 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW K Series28,823 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 DYW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 53,850 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 53,223 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 51,685 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm in places (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 29 Aug 2023 51,685 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm in places (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 50,110 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2022 50,110 miles

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

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 49,199 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 46,591 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 43,530 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 40,008 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 35,901 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 34,959 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 33,370 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 32,805 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 May 2012 32,262 miles

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

front brake binding slightly

Pass 3 May 2011 31,396 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 29,300 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 28,895 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 28,303 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2007 26,478 miles

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

no number plate alumination

Pass 11 Apr 2006 23,686 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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RV52 DYW is a 2002 BMW K Series in Green with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2002 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 28,823 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV52 DYW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 24 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RV52 DYW?

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What year was RV52 DYW registered?

RV52 DYW is a 2002 BMW K Series, first registered on 23 December 2002.

Is RV52 DYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV52 DYW 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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