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LA02 VAF

2002 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,861 mi
Last recorded13,861 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Jun 2026 13,861 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

NB! ABS not working .

Pass 14 Jun 2025 10,642 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 8,959 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2022 8,959 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 6,558 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 6,068 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 6,068 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 4,689 miles

fuel cap drain blocked

fuel tank drain recess rusty

Pass 2 Apr 2009 4,059 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 2,897 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2007 2,894 miles

Rear Brake component damaged and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Aug 2006 2,685 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 VAF is a 2002 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VAF, 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 VAF registered?

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

Is LA02 VAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA02 VAF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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