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YD52 AEW

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

20,019 mi
Last recorded20,019 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD52 AEW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 20,019 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 19,638 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 19,510 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 19,285 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 18,944 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 18,669 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 18,277 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 17,835 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 17,608 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 17,037 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 16,722 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 16,284 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 16,284 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 16,126 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 16,126 miles

Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 14,687 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 13,888 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 12,953 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 10,998 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 9,472 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2008 7,156 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 4,941 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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YD52 AEW is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black 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 YD52 AEW, 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

How do I check the history of YD52 AEW?

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What year was YD52 AEW registered?

YD52 AEW is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 21 October 2002.

Is YD52 AEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD52 AEW 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.

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