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OU02 HYV

2002 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

80,895 mi
Last recorded80,895 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU02 HYV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 80,895 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 80,895 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 74,021 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 74,021 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 65,764 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 61,752 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2019 61,752 miles

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock brake pipe (2.1.4 (c))

Pass 16 May 2018 55,105 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 50,553 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 48,082 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 44,019 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 43,340 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 38,840 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 28,639 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 37,609 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 33,109 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 30,998 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 27,934 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 23,525 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 21,206 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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OU02 HYV is a 2002 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 OU02 HYV, 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 OU02 HYV registered?

OU02 HYV is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is OU02 HYV safe to buy?

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