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RA02 LBK

2002 BMW R Series

Grey Petrol 1148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

109,758 mi
Last recorded109,758 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW R Series32,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA02 LBK
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 109,758 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 109,695 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 109,569 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 109,166 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2022 109,118 miles

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn diff mounting bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

oil level sightglass melted

Pass 29 Aug 2020 103,871 miles

Rear Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively slight play rear shaft drive (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 97,441 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2019 97,414 miles

Rear Wheel hub excessively worn (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread depth 1.42 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 84,702 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 77,727 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 70,048 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.48mm remaining (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 May 2015 59,767 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 50,900 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 41,284 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 34,073 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 25,905 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 19,826 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 9,584 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 7,764 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 6,945 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 6,133 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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RA02 LBK is a 2002 BMW R Series in Grey with a 1,148cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2002 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 32,818 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 RA02 LBK, 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 RA02 LBK registered?

RA02 LBK is a 2002 BMW R Series, first registered on 20 June 2002.

Is RA02 LBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA02 LBK shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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