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LY02 LZU

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

76,728 mi
Last recorded76,728 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY02 LZU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 76,728 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 76,600 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 75,872 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 75,398 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 75,375 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 73,240 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 72,496 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 67,672 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 67,672 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2015 63,698 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 61,510 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 60,509 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 55,217 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2009 44,340 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 26,004 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 21,531 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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LY02 LZU is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LY02 LZU, 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 LY02 LZU registered?

LY02 LZU is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 2 August 2002.

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The MOT history for LY02 LZU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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