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LA02 BHJ

2002 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

77,405 mi
Last recorded77,405 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA02 BHJ
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 77,405 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 70,361 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 65,622 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 56,397 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2021 48,837 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 41,080 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 38,770 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 38,674 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 36,885 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 36,724 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 35,205 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 35,205 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 32,929 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 32,079 miles

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

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

non standard exhaust fitted

Pass 14 Jun 2012 31,523 miles

non standard exhaust fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2011 30,595 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 29,793 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 29,230 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 25,619 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 11,923 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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LA02 BHJ is a 2002 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 LA02 BHJ, 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 LA02 BHJ registered?

LA02 BHJ is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 August 2002.

Is LA02 BHJ safe to buy?

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