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LN51 XXK

2002 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

178,181 mi
Last recorded178,181 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN51 XXK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 178,181 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 177,030 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 176,829 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2022 176,483 miles

Slight free play at joint with handlebars and top yoke.

Fail 10 Mar 2022 176,483 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Slight free play at joint with handlebars and top yoke.

Pass 12 Mar 2021 173,287 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 167,912 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 159,018 miles

Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint worn, but not excessively (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 151,106 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 141,072 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 131,118 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 123,509 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 119,123 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 112,042 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 98,888 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 78,957 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 57,438 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 41,738 miles

Rear brake pads are wearing low.

Pass 12 Mar 2008 29,991 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 19,517 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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LN51 XXK is a 2002 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 LN51 XXK, 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 LN51 XXK registered?

LN51 XXK is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is LN51 XXK safe to buy?

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