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EJ02 LHW

2002 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

27,881 mi
Last recorded27,881 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ02 LHW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2022 27,881 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 23,587 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 21,185 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 16,904 miles

Front tyre showing signs of cracking on side wall and between tread blocks

Rear tyre showing signs of cracking between tread blocks

Pass 15 May 2018 13,161 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 13,051 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 12,926 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 11,080 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2009 10,289 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 10,289 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 10,146 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 9,061 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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EJ02 LHW is a 2002 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EJ02 LHW, 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 EJ02 LHW registered?

EJ02 LHW is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 26 July 2002.

Is EJ02 LHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ02 LHW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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