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YR52 GDF

2002 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

27,612 mi
Last recorded27,612 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR52 GDF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 27,612 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 27,571 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2023 27,376 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2022 27,207 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 27,071 miles

Front tyre tubeless valve surface perishing.

Rear tyre tubeless valve.surface perishing.

Pass 2 Oct 2020 26,956 miles

light surface perishing on front and rear tubeless valves.

Pass 1 Oct 2019 26,910 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 25,407 miles

(Rear brake linings 3 mm approx)

Pass 4 Oct 2017 24,102 miles

Rear brake linings 3-4 mm approx.

Pass 5 Sep 2016 19,916 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 17,501 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 15,945 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 14,905 miles

Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 May 2013 14,905 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 13,303 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 12,656 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 12,110 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 11,720 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 9,244 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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YR52 GDF is a 2002 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 YR52 GDF, 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

How do I check the history of YR52 GDF?

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What year was YR52 GDF registered?

YR52 GDF is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 23 November 2002.

Is YR52 GDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR52 GDF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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