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FJ52 VNP

2002 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,753 mi
Last recorded59,753 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ52 VNP
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2021 59,753 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2021 59,753 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2019 59,297 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 58,985 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 58,381 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

drive chain dry

Pass 30 Sep 2015 56,390 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 52,882 miles

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

gear lever loose

Fail 16 Sep 2014 52,882 miles

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

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

gear lever loose

Fail 28 Sep 2013 45,527 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 45,527 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 45,511 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2012 45,495 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jul 2010 44,799 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 44,733 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 43,787 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2006 41,111 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 VNP is a 2002 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VNP, 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 VNP registered?

FJ52 VNP is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 13 September 2002.

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