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HD02 PYL

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,565 mi
Last recorded12,565 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD02 PYL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2021 12,565 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 12,554 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 12,476 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 12,152 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2014 12,152 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 11,848 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2012 11,844 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 11,732 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 11,370 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2009 11,034 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2009 11,034 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 9,416 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 9,416 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2006 8,892 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2005 7,507 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2005 7,502 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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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HD02 PYL is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HD02 PYL, 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 HD02 PYL registered?

HD02 PYL is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 August 2002.

Is HD02 PYL safe to buy?

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