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LJ52 DMO

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

34,908 mi
Last recorded34,908 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ52 DMO
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 34,908 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 34,392 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 33,900 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 33,900 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 33,484 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 32,737 miles
Fail 7 May 2021 32,737 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2020 32,012 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 30,732 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

oil leak diff

oil leak nearside cylinder

Pass 12 Jul 2017 28,356 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 28,015 miles

Nearside Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2015 27,140 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 26,380 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 25,724 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 24,533 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 23,102 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 22,722 miles

front tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 1 Aug 2009 21,187 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 19,965 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2007 16,413 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 12,278 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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LJ52 DMO is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2002 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 32,818 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 DMO, 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 DMO registered?

LJ52 DMO is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is LJ52 DMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ52 DMO shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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