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EA02 FOU

2002 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,738 mi
Last recorded32,738 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA02 FOU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 32,738 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 32,719 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 32,140 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 31,993 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 31,549 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 30,485 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2015 29,047 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2014 27,192 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2013 25,069 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2013 25,067 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2012 20,224 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 20,089 miles

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 7 Dec 2009 19,607 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2009 19,607 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Dec 2008 18,546 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 18,546 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2007 17,586 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2006 16,141 miles

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

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 FOU 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 EA02 FOU, 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 EA02 FOU registered?

EA02 FOU is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 3 July 2002.

Is EA02 FOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA02 FOU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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