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LD52 MVL

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

23,442 mi
Last recorded23,442 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD52 MVL
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 23,442 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2026 23,442 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 23,139 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 23,096 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 22,761 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2017 22,590 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 22,331 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 22,331 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Nov 2015 21,821 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2014 15,715 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2013 10,411 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 7,023 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 2,768 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 1,668 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 1,420 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 1,261 miles

headlamp aim slightly low.

offside front flasher slightly loose.

Pass 21 Nov 2007 1,257 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 1,239 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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LD52 MVL is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LD52 MVL, 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 LD52 MVL registered?

LD52 MVL is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 November 2002.

Is LD52 MVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD52 MVL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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