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GN52 YYW

2002 BMW R1150

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

45,008 mi
Last recorded45,008 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R115029,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN52 YYW
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 45,008 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 43,829 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 42,942 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 41,431 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 40,234 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 38,168 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 36,765 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 34,592 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 33,092 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 31,637 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 29,295 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 27,736 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 25,444 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 23,447 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 23,411 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 21,050 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 18,598 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 16,275 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 14,410 miles

brake warning light stays on

rear tyre just legal low on tread

Pass 14 Sep 2007 11,656 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 10,949 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 8,517 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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GN52 YYW 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 95.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GN52 YYW, 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

How do I check the history of GN52 YYW?

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What year was GN52 YYW registered?

GN52 YYW is a 2002 BMW R1150, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is GN52 YYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN52 YYW shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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