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EA02 FON

2002 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

43,786 mi
Last recorded43,786 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA02 FON
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 43,786 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 29 Mar 2017 41,771 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2016 39,100 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 38,142 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 35,063 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2013 33,021 miles

both front fork legs are pitted and worn

Fail 4 Feb 2013 33,021 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 30,048 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2012 30,048 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 29,857 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 28,872 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 27,914 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 22,917 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 16,349 miles

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

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 FON is a 2002 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FON, 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 FON registered?

EA02 FON is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 8 June 2002.

Is EA02 FON safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA02 FON shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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