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LX02 MFY

2002 BMW R1150

Yellow Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

48,798 mi
Last recorded48,798 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R115029,028 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX02 MFY
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 48,798 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 45,496 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 44,150 miles
Fail 3 May 2024 44,150 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 41,523 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2023 41,523 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 40,411 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 39,716 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2019 33,807 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2018 33,481 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 33,361 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 May 2016 33,280 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2016 33,280 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 32,576 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 31,677 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 30,193 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 29,397 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 28,729 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 27,019 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 26,164 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 24,413 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 22,678 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 20,856 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1150?

Based on 51,143 MOT tests across 3,967 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
1,399
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
3,967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 623
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 105
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 86
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LX02 MFY is a 2002 BMW R1150 in Yellow with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2002 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 29,028 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 R1150 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 623 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX02 MFY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1150 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this BMW R1150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX02 MFY registered?

LX02 MFY is a 2002 BMW R1150, first registered on 13 March 2002.

Is LX02 MFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX02 MFY shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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