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YO02 MRK

2002 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

17,212 mi
Last recorded17,212 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYO02 MRK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 17,212 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 14,518 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2025 14,486 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 14,362 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2016 14,300 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 14,195 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 14,105 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 13,799 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 13,599 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 13,346 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 12,869 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 11,082 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 10,691 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 10,412 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 9,491 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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YO02 MRK is a 2002 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YO02 MRK, 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 YO02 MRK registered?

YO02 MRK is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 April 2002.

Is YO02 MRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YO02 MRK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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