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YS02 OSJ

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

58,443 mi
Last recorded58,443 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 58,443 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 57,208 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 56,320 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 55,571 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 55,168 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 54,761 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 54,492 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 54,351 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 54,161 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 53,871 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 52,355 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 49,792 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 May 2015 49,792 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 45,246 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 43,268 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 42,550 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 42,550 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 37,719 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 36,376 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 6 Apr 2010 36,376 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Apr 2009 32,879 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 29,878 miles

foreign body in rear tyre

rear brake slightly sticking

slight play in rear wheel bearings

Pass 24 Mar 2007 20,726 miles

Offside Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2006 19,983 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 OSJ is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OSJ, 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 OSJ registered?

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

Is YS02 OSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS02 OSJ shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YS02 OSJ have outstanding finance?

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