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DE52 YWL

2002 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

46,409 mi
Last recorded46,409 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R115029,028 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE52 YWL
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 46,409 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Feb 2026 46,409 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Handlebar mounting so insecure that steering is adversely affected (2.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2024 45,626 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2023 44,958 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 43,826 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 43,181 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2021 43,177 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 42,646 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 42,621 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 39,619 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 34,153 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 30,872 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 30,424 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 29,068 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2013 28,106 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 27,989 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 27,989 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 27,401 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 26,778 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 23,919 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 23,553 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 20,006 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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DE52 YWL is a 2002 BMW R1150 in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 DE52 YWL, 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.

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What year was DE52 YWL registered?

DE52 YWL is a 2002 BMW R1150, first registered on 28 November 2002.

Is DE52 YWL safe to buy?

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