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HG51 YWB

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

76,589 mi
Last recorded76,589 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG51 YWB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2015 76,589 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 75,426 miles

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

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 31 Aug 2013 75,220 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 71,520 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 71,520 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 66,918 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 62,251 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 56,178 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 48,066 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 41,544 miles

rear no plate letters cracking

Pass 14 Aug 2006 35,108 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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HG51 YWB is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 HG51 YWB, 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 HG51 YWB registered?

HG51 YWB is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 February 2002.

Is HG51 YWB safe to buy?

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