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FD02 PAO

2002 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

35,082 mi
Last recorded35,082 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD02 PAO
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 35,082 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 33,894 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2024 33,894 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 32,648 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2023 32,648 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Jun 2022 31,352 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 30,521 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2018
Pass 24 Aug 2017 8,994 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 8,349 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 8,111 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 7,819 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 7,706 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 7,067 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 5,840 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 6,858 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 6,491 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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FD02 PAO is a 2002 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FD02 PAO, 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 FD02 PAO registered?

FD02 PAO is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 9 May 2002.

Is FD02 PAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD02 PAO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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