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LX52 ONW

2002 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

84,073 mi
Last recorded84,073 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX52 ONW
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 84,073 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 79,168 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 76,248 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 72,901 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 64,329 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 63,352 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 61,259 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 58,785 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2017 55,253 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 50,171 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 48,077 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2015 48,077 miles

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

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 1 May 2014 46,462 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 44,935 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 42,140 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 40,607 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 38,670 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 36,559 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 34,176 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 30,424 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 25,175 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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LX52 ONW is a 2002 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 LX52 ONW, 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 LX52 ONW registered?

LX52 ONW is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is LX52 ONW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX52 ONW shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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