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LE02 YCT

2002 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

55,390 mi
Last recorded55,390 miles
Recorded on14 May 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE02 YCT
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,150cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2019 55,390 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 54,851 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 54,358 miles

brake fluid appears old - advise replacement

Fail 21 May 2016 54,339 miles

Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

brake fluid appears old - advise replacement

Pass 23 May 2015 53,729 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 50,709 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2014 50,685 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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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LE02 YCT is a 2002 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LE02 YCT, 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 LE02 YCT registered?

LE02 YCT is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is LE02 YCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE02 YCT shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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