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LJ52 DME

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

49,440 mi
Last recorded49,440 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ52 DME
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 49,440 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 43,645 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 39,955 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 39,796 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 39,778 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 39,689 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 39,673 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 39,560 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 18 May 2015 38,886 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 38,231 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 36,931 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 May 2012 36,931 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 36,611 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 23,041 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 17,821 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 13,776 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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LJ52 DME 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 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJ52 DME, 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 LJ52 DME registered?

LJ52 DME is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 9 October 2002.

Is LJ52 DME safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ52 DME shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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