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LX02 YPY

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

93,880 mi
Last recorded93,880 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX02 YPY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 93,880 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2026 93,880 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 1 Mar 2025 90,910 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 89,126 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2023 83,930 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 78,406 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 75,372 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 75,102 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 71,567 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 70,326 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 64,379 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 60,626 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 47,481 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 54,518 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 51,461 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 46,102 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Apr 2010 37,583 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Mar 2009 30,801 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 22,475 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 16,353 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 13,510 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 13,510 miles

Centre Front Lower Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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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LX02 YPY is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 LX02 YPY, 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 LX02 YPY registered?

LX02 YPY is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 11 April 2002.

Is LX02 YPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX02 YPY shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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