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FJ02 YMF

2002 BMW F Series

Orange Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,293 mi
Last recorded32,293 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ02 YMF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 32,293 miles
Fail 13 May 2025 32,243 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2021 28,838 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2021 28,838 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 25,977 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2020 25,862 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 21,251 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 21,251 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2018
Pass 13 Jul 2016
Pass 4 Aug 2015 17,868 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 17,410 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 17,402 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 May 2013 16,340 miles

Drive Belt Holed

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

Pass 23 May 2012 15,487 miles

Hole in Drive Belt

Fail 23 May 2012 15,487 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Hole in Drive Belt

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 14,129 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 11,790 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 11,424 miles

slight play in rear cush drive

Pass 13 Jun 2006 9,910 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 9,894 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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 YMF is a 2002 BMW F Series in Orange with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FJ02 YMF, 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 YMF registered?

FJ02 YMF is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is FJ02 YMF safe to buy?

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