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LY02 TKC

2002 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

29,047 mi
Last recorded29,047 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 29,047 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 28,000 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 27,926 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 26,466 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 25,458 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2011 23,334 miles

front and rear brake calipers need servicing

Pass 17 Dec 2009 22,249 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Dec 2009 22,249 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2008 21,080 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2007 19,070 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 12 Dec 2006 16,970 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2006 16,970 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 14,550 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 TKC is a 2002 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 TKC, 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 TKC registered?

LY02 TKC is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 22 June 2002.

Is LY02 TKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY02 TKC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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