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FV02 LGL

2002 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

98,742 mi
Last recorded98,742 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2020
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV02 LGL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2020 98,742 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2020 98,742 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 92,338 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jan 2019 92,336 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 88,939 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 88,498 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 86,829 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 84,154 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 82,191 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 81,165 miles

Centre Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 4 May 2012 80,973 miles

Centre Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 28 Apr 2011 79,670 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 79,670 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 78,026 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 69,560 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 69,492 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 61,662 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 54,907 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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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FV02 LGL is a 2002 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 FV02 LGL, 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.

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What year was FV02 LGL registered?

FV02 LGL is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 17 June 2002.

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