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LY02 MBU

2002 BMW R Series

Silver Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,684 mi
Last recorded46,684 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2011
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY02 MBU
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2011 46,684 miles

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

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

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

rear brake slightly binding

Pass 2 Sep 2010 42,519 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 42,511 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2009 38,876 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 35,548 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 32,207 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2006 24,739 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 MBU is a 2002 BMW R Series in Silver with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LY02 MBU, 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 LY02 MBU registered?

LY02 MBU is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is LY02 MBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY02 MBU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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