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HS02 SYV

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

60,672 mi
Last recorded60,672 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS02 SYV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2025 60,672 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 48,368 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 48,305 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 47,243 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 Jul 2019 47,243 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 44,485 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2017 42,166 miles

ABS lights on instruments covered up.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 7 May 2016 38,007 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 36,243 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 34,425 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2013 30,535 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 30,494 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 24,547 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 23,742 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 20,898 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 20,898 miles

Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2007 13,841 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 9,538 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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HS02 SYV is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 HS02 SYV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HS02 SYV registered?

HS02 SYV is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is HS02 SYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS02 SYV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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