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AE02 HDJ

2002 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

54,707 mi
Last recorded54,707 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE02 HDJ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2024 54,707 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 54,312 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 53,608 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2021 53,608 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jun 2019 53,423 miles

Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 53,345 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 51,989 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 51,989 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 50,674 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 48,667 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 46,906 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 42,925 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 37,087 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 37,065 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 37,037 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Fail 14 Jun 2010 36,932 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 35,201 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2009 35,201 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 15 May 2008 34,112 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 32,597 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 32,571 miles

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

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 25,065 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 5 Oct 2006 25,065 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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AE02 HDJ is a 2002 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2002 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 18,596 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 F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE02 HDJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE02 HDJ registered?

AE02 HDJ is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 20 April 2002.

Is AE02 HDJ safe to buy?

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