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LV52 DHG

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

90,593 mi
Last recorded90,593 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV52 DHG
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2016 90,593 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2016 90,593 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

exhaust manifold blow

front brake discs bobbin pins worn

head lamp cracked

rear pads worn

rear wheel bearing slight play

Pass 31 Jul 2015 78,050 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2015 77,763 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 64,020 miles

nearside foot peg loose

Pass 27 Jul 2013 52,709 miles

front and rear pads low

Pass 1 Aug 2012 46,951 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 46,918 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2011 45,956 miles

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

front brake pads worn

rear tyre worn

Pass 8 Jul 2010 45,254 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

bleed nipple missing rear brake caliper

Fail 8 Jul 2010 45,254 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

bleed nipple missing rear brake caliper

Pass 30 Jan 2008 45,081 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2006 40,525 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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LV52 DHG is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LV52 DHG, 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

How do I check the history of LV52 DHG?

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What year was LV52 DHG registered?

LV52 DHG is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 8 November 2002.

Is LV52 DHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV52 DHG shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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