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LJ02 UPA

2002 BMW R Series

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

102,772 mi
Last recorded102,772 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ02 UPA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2017 102,772 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 102,768 miles

Front Brake component has an inadequate repair abs sender mount damaged (3.1.5)

Front Brake component is fractured abs ring (3.1.5)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 99,805 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 93,724 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 89,822 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2014 89,821 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2012 81,834 miles

Front Brake component cracked but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 78,147 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 78,119 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 15 Feb 2011 78,107 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 71,557 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 66,808 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2008 60,962 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2007 43,826 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 22,778 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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LJ02 UPA is a 2002 BMW R Series in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LJ02 UPA, 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 LJ02 UPA registered?

LJ02 UPA is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 March 2002.

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