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KP02 YGH

2002 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,757 mi
Last recorded67,757 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP02 YGH
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 67,757 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 61,984 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 60,539 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 58,242 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Feb 2023 58,242 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 57,005 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2014 55,261 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2013 54,429 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 54,429 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 46,569 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 36,525 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2010 33,768 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 29,816 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 28,458 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 28,458 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Jul 2007 23,640 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 21,626 miles
Pass 24 May 2005 19,178 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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KP02 YGH is a 2002 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KP02 YGH, 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 KP02 YGH registered?

KP02 YGH is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 May 2002.

Is KP02 YGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP02 YGH shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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