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LJ52 YVY

2002 BMW K Series

White Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

18,652 mi
Last recorded18,652 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW K Series28,823 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ52 YVY
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 18,652 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 18,400 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 18,178 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 17,938 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 17,646 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 17,073 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 16,708 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 16,534 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 16,432 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 15,842 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2015 15,378 miles

Front Upper Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 15,268 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 14,695 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 14,017 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 13,522 miles

Battery is low

Brake warning light is flashing

Pass 5 Jul 2010 12,710 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Slight play in front upper unilever suspension unit

Fail 29 Jun 2010 12,569 miles

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Slight play in upper front unilever unit

Pass 17 Jun 2009 11,340 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 9,986 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2007 8,469 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 6,259 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 YVY is a 2002 BMW K Series in White with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YVY, 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 YVY registered?

LJ52 YVY is a 2002 BMW K Series, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is LJ52 YVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ52 YVY shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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