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VK02 KKX

2002 BMW R1150

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

64,381 mi
Last recorded64,381 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R115029,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK02 KKX
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2025 64,381 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

slight oil leak of engine

Fail 31 Mar 2025 64,381 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

slight oil leak of engine

Pass 5 Jul 2023 64,063 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 63,031 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 62,226 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 61,271 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 60,109 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 60,109 miles

Nearside Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 57,107 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 53,723 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 53,610 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 49,861 miles

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 49,861 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 49,280 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 45,565 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 41,730 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 39,253 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 34,132 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 31,253 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 27,044 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 27,023 miles

Front Lower Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2006 22,983 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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VK02 KKX is a 2002 BMW R1150 in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VK02 KKX, 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 VK02 KKX registered?

VK02 KKX is a 2002 BMW R1150, first registered on 23 April 2002.

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