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YL02 YRX

2002 BMW R Series

White Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

71,417 mi
Last recorded71,417 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL02 YRX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 71,417 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc slightly worn and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 71,315 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2023 71,139 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2023 71,139 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 70,971 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021 70,971 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 70,038 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 70,038 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2019 68,538 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 68,538 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 66,946 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

side stand return spring needs more tension

Fail 20 Apr 2018 66,946 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

side stand return spring needs more tension

Pass 21 Apr 2017 64,176 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 61,056 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 58,503 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 58,503 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2014 56,059 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 54,669 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 43,737 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 40,177 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 34,318 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 22,583 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 12,000 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 8,355 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 7,515 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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YL02 YRX is a 2002 BMW R Series in White with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YL02 YRX, 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 YL02 YRX registered?

YL02 YRX is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 10 August 2002.

Is YL02 YRX safe to buy?

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