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EU02 ZPY

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

91,869 mi
Last recorded91,869 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU02 ZPY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 91,869 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 90,511 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 88,433 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2023 85,973 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2023 85,952 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure C clip missing from pivot pin (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2022 83,251 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 82,386 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 80,613 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 78,906 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 78,284 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 77,850 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 77,660 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 77,318 miles

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

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 May 2014 77,318 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2013 75,469 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 74,461 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 72,883 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 67,797 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 63,262 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 56,562 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2007 49,376 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 39,329 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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EU02 ZPY is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 EU02 ZPY, 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.

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What year was EU02 ZPY registered?

EU02 ZPY is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 April 2002.

Is EU02 ZPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU02 ZPY shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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