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LF02 AVB

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

56,742 mi
Last recorded56,742 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF02 AVB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2019 56,742 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2019 56,742 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 55,834 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 55,141 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 53,593 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 42,993 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 37,695 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2012 36,907 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 33,626 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 31,387 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 31,387 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Feb 2009 28,014 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 26,590 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 22,593 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2007 22,593 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 18 Feb 2006 16,499 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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LF02 AVB is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LF02 AVB, 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 LF02 AVB registered?

LF02 AVB is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 15 March 2002.

Is LF02 AVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF02 AVB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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