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FJ52 VOF

2002 BMW F Series

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

11,404 mi
Last recorded11,404 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2005
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ52 VOF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2005 11,404 miles

front brake pads badly worn

front tyre worn close to legal limit

rear brake pads badly worn

Fail 9 Nov 2005 11,404 miles

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

Nearside Front Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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FJ52 VOF is a 2002 BMW F Series in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 VOF, 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 VOF registered?

FJ52 VOF is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 2 September 2002.

Is FJ52 VOF safe to buy?

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