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LA51 SXW

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

78,683 mi
Last recorded78,683 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA51 SXW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2024 78,683 miles

Front Lower Suspension ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2023 77,910 miles

Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 76,738 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 74,555 miles

Nearside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 65,502 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 65,502 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2018 54,053 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 47,545 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 19 Mar 2016 43,915 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 38,451 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 38,122 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 36,775 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 34,945 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 30,636 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 26,865 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 23,189 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear number plate slightly discoloured

Fail 31 Jan 2008 23,149 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear number plate slightly discoloured

Pass 18 Jan 2007 12,655 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 10,609 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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LA51 SXW is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LA51 SXW, 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 LA51 SXW registered?

LA51 SXW is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 February 2002.

Is LA51 SXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA51 SXW shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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