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LG52 HFU

2002 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

27,400 mi
Last recorded27,400 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 HFU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 27,400 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 27,130 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 26,558 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 25,964 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2022 25,964 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 24,581 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 24,581 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2019 23,580 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2018 21,013 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 20,624 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 18,451 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 13,993 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 11,030 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 11,030 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 May 2013 10,137 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 10,137 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 May 2012 9,396 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 9,396 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 7,934 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 5,879 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 5,876 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 5,723 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 5,723 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 17 May 2007 5,360 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 4,586 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 4,586 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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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LG52 HFU is a 2002 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 LG52 HFU, 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

How do I check the history of LG52 HFU?

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What year was LG52 HFU registered?

LG52 HFU is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 October 2002.

Is LG52 HFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG52 HFU shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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