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HF02 LZC

2002 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

36,957 mi
Last recorded36,957 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF02 LZC
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 Dec 2025 36,957 miles

Central Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2024 31,347 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2024 31,347 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2023 25,615 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 21,488 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 21,046 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 20,623 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 20,455 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 18,760 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 17,850 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 16,864 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 15,286 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 15,162 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 14,980 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 13,868 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 13,793 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 12,658 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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HF02 LZC is a 2002 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HF02 LZC, 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 HF02 LZC registered?

HF02 LZC is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is HF02 LZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF02 LZC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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