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CE52 BWL

2002 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

25,939 mi
Last recorded25,939 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2020
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE52 BWL
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2020 25,939 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2020 25,939 miles

Central Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 25,040 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 25,034 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2013 24,538 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Dec 2012 21,366 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 20,950 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 17,559 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 14,384 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 14,384 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2008 11,283 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 9,166 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2007 9,166 miles

Front Fairing so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 8,755 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 6,697 miles

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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CE52 BWL is a 2002 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 CE52 BWL, 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 CE52 BWL registered?

CE52 BWL is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 11 November 2002.

Is CE52 BWL safe to buy?

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