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EA02 FOH

2002 BMW F Series

Brown Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

22,121 mi
Last recorded22,121 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA02 FOH
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 22,121 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 31 Mar 2026 22,021 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 20,945 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2025 20,945 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 19,979 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2024 19,969 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 19,421 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 17,391 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 17,391 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2021 14,620 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 13,376 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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EA02 FOH is a 2002 BMW F Series in Brown with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 EA02 FOH, 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 EA02 FOH registered?

EA02 FOH is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 23 May 2002.

Is EA02 FOH safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA02 FOH shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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