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YS02 OSD

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,560 mi
Last recorded40,560 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS02 OSD
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 40,560 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 40,503 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 40,470 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 40,470 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2021 40,389 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 40,378 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 40,378 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 39,445 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 39,104 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 38,985 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 37,946 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 36,865 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 34,133 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 34,133 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 33,950 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 33,368 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 33,368 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 32,165 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 31,706 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 27,033 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 OSD 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 80%.

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 OSD, 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 YS02 OSD registered?

YS02 OSD is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 August 2002.

Is YS02 OSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS02 OSD shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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