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YS02 ORW

2002 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

11,942 mi
Last recorded11,942 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS02 ORW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 11,942 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2025 11,942 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2024 10,959 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 10,718 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 10,222 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 9,956 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 9,655 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 5,635 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 5,550 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 5,471 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 5,273 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2013 4,896 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 4,210 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 17 Sep 2011 3,800 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 Sep 2011 3,800 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 3,223 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 2,991 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 2,728 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 2,318 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 2,227 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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YS02 ORW is a 2002 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YS02 ORW, 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 YS02 ORW?

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What year was YS02 ORW registered?

YS02 ORW is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 23 August 2002.

Is YS02 ORW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS02 ORW shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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