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LA02 VAD

2002 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,007 mi
Last recorded50,007 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2024 50,007 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Dec 2024 50,006 miles

Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 49,999 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 48,360 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 47,920 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 47,920 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2020 43,857 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 41,326 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 39,067 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 39,067 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2017 36,800 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion advise attention (2.3.3)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. end can clamp (7.1.1.c)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 36,141 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 36,141 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 35,098 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 33,925 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 31,834 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 31,684 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 29,977 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 29,977 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2010 27,446 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 25,348 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 25,331 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 14 May 2008 23,172 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 21,134 miles

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

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 VAD is a 2002 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VAD, 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 VAD registered?

LA02 VAD is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 August 2002.

Is LA02 VAD safe to buy?

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