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YO52 AFJ

2002 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,134 mi
Last recorded42,134 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYO52 AFJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2026 42,134 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 41,786 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 41,777 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2021 41,171 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 40,705 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 39,945 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 39,593 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 39,220 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 37,838 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 36,921 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 35,395 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2013 34,015 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 33,311 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 32,695 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2010 31,062 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 29,445 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 26,977 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 23,798 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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YO52 AFJ is a 2002 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YO52 AFJ, 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 YO52 AFJ registered?

YO52 AFJ is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 November 2002.

Is YO52 AFJ safe to buy?

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