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YN52 MYM

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

39,093 mi
Last recorded39,093 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN52 MYM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 39,093 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 37,351 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 37,048 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 37,044 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 37,040 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2020 36,562 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 35,829 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2017 34,951 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 34,287 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 33,822 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2014 31,847 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 31,847 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 28,828 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 15,784 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 24,210 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 20,437 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 19,685 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 18,844 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 17,759 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 15,943 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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YN52 MYM 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 YN52 MYM, 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 YN52 MYM registered?

YN52 MYM is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is YN52 MYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN52 MYM shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YN52 MYM have outstanding finance?

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