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HY52 WRA

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,452 mi
Last recorded45,452 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY52 WRA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2025 45,452 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 44,097 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2023 42,830 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 41,935 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 41,121 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 40,287 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 39,329 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 37,862 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2017 37,065 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2016 36,147 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 35,329 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 33,895 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 32,174 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 29,999 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 27,082 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2010 23,219 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 20,056 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 16,967 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 14,367 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 11,765 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2005 9,014 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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HY52 WRA is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HY52 WRA, 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 HY52 WRA registered?

HY52 WRA is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 26 October 2002.

Is HY52 WRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY52 WRA shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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