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LD02 VYO

2002 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

58,660 mi
Last recorded58,660 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD02 VYO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 58,660 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 58,612 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2023 58,223 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 56,705 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 55,565 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 53,019 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 53,019 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 50,033 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 47,269 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 43,399 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 43,254 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 43,142 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2014 43,142 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Oct 2012 42,946 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2012 42,946 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Sep 2011 41,919 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2011 41,919 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 36,426 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

slight play in paralever bearings

Pass 14 Oct 2009 32,006 miles

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

rear tyre getting low on tread.

Pass 2 May 2008 30,099 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 28,822 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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LD02 VYO is a 2002 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LD02 VYO, 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 LD02 VYO registered?

LD02 VYO is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 June 2002.

Is LD02 VYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD02 VYO shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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