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Y8 ERJ

2002 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

104,102 mi
Last recorded104,102 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY8 ERJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 104,102 miles

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

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

Fail 28 May 2026 104,102 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 7 May 2025 101,274 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 100,496 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 99,797 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 96,089 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 91,075 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 90,410 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 87,787 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 84,259 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 79,336 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 76,880 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2014 72,695 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 65,519 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2011 61,174 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 56,191 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 51,395 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2008 45,470 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 40,659 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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Y8 ERJ is a 2002 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 Y8 ERJ, 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 Y8 ERJ registered?

Y8 ERJ is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 February 2002.

Is Y8 ERJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y8 ERJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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