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FJ52 VMO

2002 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

12,412 mi
Last recorded12,412 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ52 VMO
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2015 12,412 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2015 12,412 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 12,396 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 12,396 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 May 2011 11,821 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 11,170 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 7,432 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 5,375 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 5,375 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 2,995 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 VMO is a 2002 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VMO, 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 FJ52 VMO registered?

FJ52 VMO is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 20 September 2002.

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