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DK52 UVL

2002 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,325 mi
Last recorded61,325 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK52 UVL
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 61,325 miles

Suspension arm slightly loose Swingarm (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2025 61,325 miles

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure Swingarm (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Drive chain horseshoe locking device likely to become detached (6.1.7 (j) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2024 60,638 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 16 Mar 2024 60,638 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Drive chain horseshoe locking device likely to become detached (6.1.7 (j) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 56,622 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 55,098 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 54,247 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 53,705 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 49,931 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2013 45,103 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 39,712 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Play in sprocket carrier

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

Revs rise slightly on L/H lock

Fail 19 Jan 2012 39,702 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Play in sprocket carrier

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

Revs rise slightly on L/H lock

Pass 27 Jan 2011 33,845 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2010 33,317 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

revs rise slightly on l/h lock

Pass 8 Jan 2009 31,423 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 29,459 miles

Centre Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 27,292 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 24,663 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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DK52 UVL is a 2002 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DK52 UVL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK52 UVL registered?

DK52 UVL is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 22 November 2002.

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