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LA02 KCX

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,860 mi
Last recorded28,860 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2014
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA02 KCX
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2014 28,860 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 27,952 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 26,910 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Jun 2010 24,674 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 22,644 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 20,330 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 17,253 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2007 17,253 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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 KCX is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LA02 KCX, 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 LA02 KCX registered?

LA02 KCX is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 15 August 2002.

Is LA02 KCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA02 KCX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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