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LJ52 LDF

2002 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,593 mi
Last recorded29,593 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ52 LDF
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 29,593 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2025 29,593 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Central Lower Oil leak from engine

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

Pass 2 Nov 2024 28,756 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 28,746 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2023 28,737 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 28,587 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 28,542 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 28,541 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 28,211 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 28,073 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 27,743 miles

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

Slight Oil Mist on Front Shock

Pass 1 Aug 2012 26,229 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 24,837 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 23,791 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 23,791 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2006 23,716 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 LDF is a 2002 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 32,818 miles. This 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 LJ52 LDF, 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.

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What year was LJ52 LDF registered?

LJ52 LDF is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 26 October 2002.

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The MOT history for LJ52 LDF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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