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DE02 UYJ

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

47,671 mi
Last recorded47,671 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE02 UYJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 47,671 miles

Rear tyre has cracking perishing not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 22 Jun 2022 47,308 miles

ABS Lights are Flashing on

Nearside Indicator switch not able to be operated from the normal riding position N/S Indicator switch Damaged (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 46,879 miles

ABS Lights are Flashing on.

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Indicator switch not able to be operated from the normal riding position N/S Indicator Switch Damaged. (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2018 45,761 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 44,194 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2016 44,047 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2015 42,366 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 42,362 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 41,735 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 41,299 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 39,104 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 35,253 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 33,094 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 30,920 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2007 29,469 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 23,339 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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DE02 UYJ is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DE02 UYJ, 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 DE02 UYJ registered?

DE02 UYJ is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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