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LA02 XBM

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,624 mi
Last recorded95,624 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA02 XBM
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2016 95,624 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 92,800 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 84,128 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2012 84,128 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Jan 2011 74,279 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 6,545 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 56,179 miles

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

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

ABS warning lights flashing.

Pass 21 Dec 2007 46,126 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 36,408 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2007 36,408 miles

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

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 XBM is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XBM, 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 XBM registered?

LA02 XBM is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is LA02 XBM safe to buy?

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