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FJ52 VMH

2002 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

24,193 mi
Last recorded24,193 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ52 VMH
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 24,193 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 22,609 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fuel cap seal deteriorated

Handlebar deformed but serviceable Handlebar has been repaired, slightly deformed but serviceable and steering is not affected (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied Brake lever has been repaired, still bent but can be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 19 Aug 2024 22,609 miles

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

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect U shape beam - Kicking up on the right as well as kicking up on the left (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fuel cap seal deteriorated

Pass 19 Aug 2023 21,456 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 18,966 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2022 18,966 miles

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

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 16,692 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 15,545 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 13,310 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Sep 2018 13,302 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 11,019 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 11,019 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 9 Apr 2013 6,040 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 4,105 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 3,281 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 2,831 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 2,748 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 2,748 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 2,568 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 2,420 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 2,326 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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FJ52 VMH is a 2002 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FJ52 VMH, 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 FJ52 VMH registered?

FJ52 VMH is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 November 2002.

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