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DE02 LZS

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

44,814 mi
Last recorded44,814 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE02 LZS
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2023 44,814 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 44,567 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 43,960 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 41,234 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 41,234 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 37,227 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 36,124 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 34,382 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2016 34,308 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 9 May 2015 31,881 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 31,881 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Fail 3 May 2014 28,815 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 3 May 2014 28,815 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 22,265 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 18,345 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 18,227 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 17,826 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 16,967 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 15,792 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 15,182 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 11,728 miles
Pass 28 May 2005 9,551 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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DE02 LZS is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DE02 LZS, 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 DE02 LZS registered?

DE02 LZS is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 4 May 2002.

Is DE02 LZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE02 LZS shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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