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FJ02 YLM

2002 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,487 mi
Last recorded54,487 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ02 YLM
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 5 Jan 2018 54,487 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2017 51,017 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 42,615 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2014 37,706 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 28,647 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 25,441 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 15,826 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 15,688 miles

hand guards fouling screen on full lock

main beam indicator light on with dip beam

Pass 1 Dec 2009 15,317 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 14,471 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 13,206 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2006 11,299 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 9,392 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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FJ02 YLM is a 2002 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FJ02 YLM, 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 FJ02 YLM registered?

FJ02 YLM is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 3 May 2002.

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