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VX52 YCM

2002 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

35,640 mi
Last recorded35,640 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX52 YCM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 35,640 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 35,576 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 35,313 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 34,929 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 34,618 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 34,287 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2018 33,785 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 33,453 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 31,892 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 31,892 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2015 30,941 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2014 30,412 miles

Diff pivot bearing has slight freeplay

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 30,412 miles

Diff pivot bearing has slight freeplay

Pass 6 Jun 2013 30,015 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 29,067 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 27,863 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 24,488 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 24 Oct 2009 24,135 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 23,390 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 21,894 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 18,648 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 14,190 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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VX52 YCM is a 2002 BMW R Series in Grey 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 VX52 YCM, 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 VX52 YCM registered?

VX52 YCM is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 24 October 2002.

Is VX52 YCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX52 YCM 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.

Does VX52 YCM have outstanding finance?

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