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YG52 FTD

2002 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

40,977 mi
Last recorded40,977 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG52 FTD
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 40,977 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2025 40,927 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 40,760 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 40,516 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 40,326 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 22 Aug 2019 40,270 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 39,115 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 38,360 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 35,792 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Dec 2013 33,198 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 29,525 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 26,860 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 25,567 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 22,942 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 20,894 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 17,719 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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YG52 FTD is a 2002 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YG52 FTD, 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 YG52 FTD registered?

YG52 FTD is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 October 2002.

Is YG52 FTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG52 FTD shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YG52 FTD have outstanding finance?

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