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LJ52 DLU

2002 BMW K Series

Silver Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

34,906 mi
Last recorded34,906 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW K Series28,823 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ52 DLU
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 34,906 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 34,903 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 33,880 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 33,567 miles

rear brake pad spring fractured

steering damper weeping

Pass 23 Aug 2016 31,265 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 30,971 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 30,717 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 30,236 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 28,092 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 28,092 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2008 25,483 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 23,846 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2007 23,846 miles

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2006 22,689 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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LJ52 DLU is a 2002 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 28,823 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ52 DLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 24 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ52 DLU registered?

LJ52 DLU is a 2002 BMW K Series, first registered on 20 December 2002.

Is LJ52 DLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ52 DLU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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