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YF52 BBU

2002 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

62,010 mi
Last recorded62,010 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF52 BBU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 62,010 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 60,995 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 60,693 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 59,292 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2023 59,281 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2022 58,885 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 May 2021 58,312 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 58,280 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 57,695 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 55,973 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 54,599 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 50,667 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 48,871 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 45,125 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 41,296 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 31,720 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 25,369 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 24,273 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 22,594 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 17,187 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 11,175 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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YF52 BBU is a 2002 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 YF52 BBU, 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 YF52 BBU registered?

YF52 BBU is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 November 2002.

Is YF52 BBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF52 BBU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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