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PO52 YXY

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

65,084 mi
Last recorded65,084 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO52 YXY
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 65,084 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 62,782 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 62,757 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 62,568 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 62,273 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 61,427 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 60,112 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2019 60,112 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 59,756 miles

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 58,668 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 52,744 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 41,682 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 38,326 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 36,238 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 27,962 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 24,105 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2007 21,343 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 19,704 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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PO52 YXY 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 94.4%.

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 PO52 YXY, 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 PO52 YXY registered?

PO52 YXY is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 October 2002.

Is PO52 YXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO52 YXY shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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