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FJ02 YLR

2002 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

41,584 mi
Last recorded41,584 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ02 YLR
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 41,584 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 41,310 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 Mar 2025 41,289 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2024 41,264 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 38,751 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2022 34,624 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 30,287 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2020 21,169 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 18,580 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2017 18,402 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 18,392 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil Both. (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 18,204 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2015 18,103 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 17,663 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 17,085 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 15,729 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 13,462 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 11,554 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2009 11,547 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 17 May 2008 9,954 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 8,339 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 7,675 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 YLR is a 2002 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 YLR, 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 FJ02 YLR registered?

FJ02 YLR is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 4 April 2002.

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