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YA02 XZZ

2002 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

65,194 mi
Last recorded65,194 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA02 XZZ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 65,194 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 64,208 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 63,183 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 62,358 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 61,758 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 60,616 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2021 60,616 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2020 60,177 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 59,300 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 56,635 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 54,451 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 53,637 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 May 2015 50,044 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 47,282 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2013 44,401 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 43,152 miles

Nearside Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 42,058 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 39,870 miles

Sidecar wheel bearings are slightly rough (5.2.3d)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 39,155 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 36,599 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2007 31,074 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 24,546 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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YA02 XZZ 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 95.5%.

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 YA02 XZZ, 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 YA02 XZZ registered?

YA02 XZZ is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 19 March 2002.

Is YA02 XZZ safe to buy?

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