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LJ52 YVZ

2002 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

70,167 mi
Last recorded70,167 miles
Recorded on25 May 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2023 70,167 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 70,014 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 67,132 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 66,877 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 66,877 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 65,867 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 64,627 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 64,627 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 61,872 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2012 61,124 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 55,755 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2010 50,511 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 46,132 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 38,661 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 30,330 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2005 26,647 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 YVZ is a 2002 BMW R Series in Blue 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 YVZ, 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 YVZ registered?

LJ52 YVZ is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 30 November 2002.

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The MOT history for LJ52 YVZ 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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