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LX02 MHV

2002 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,581 mi
Last recorded35,581 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2011
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX02 MHV
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2011 35,581 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 25 Jul 2011 35,581 miles

Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

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

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 21,177 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 19,116 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 19,116 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 17,871 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 14,453 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 13,566 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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LX02 MHV is a 2002 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LX02 MHV, 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 LX02 MHV registered?

LX02 MHV is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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