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YG51 NAR

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

54,486 mi
Last recorded54,486 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG51 NAR
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 54,486 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 46,875 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 42,960 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 39,739 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 39,395 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 38,857 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 38,852 miles

Stop lamp not working Rear control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2020 38,816 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 34,236 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 28,360 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 28,166 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 28,134 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 28,111 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 27,347 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 26,931 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 26,861 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 26,577 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 May 2009 26,081 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 25,536 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 24,190 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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YG51 NAR is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 YG51 NAR, 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 YG51 NAR registered?

YG51 NAR is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 January 2002.

Is YG51 NAR safe to buy?

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