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FX52 VFW

2002 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

68,561 mi
Last recorded68,561 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW K Series28,823 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX52 VFW
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2024 68,561 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 68,024 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 May 2022 66,746 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2021 66,119 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil offside front fork (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front and rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel bearing has slight play rear wheel bearings have slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 61,292 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn front brake discs are nearing the maximum wear limit (3.2.A1l)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion offside front fork (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play rear wheel/axle bearings have slight play. (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 59,262 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 54,198 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn front and rear brake discs (3.2.A1l)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated front brake hose banjo ends are slightly corroded. (3.2.B3b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play rear wheel/axle bearings (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 49,676 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 4 Nov 2014 49,676 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 44,569 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 39,981 miles

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

Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)

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

front brakes are dragging slightly

Pass 5 Oct 2011 35,362 miles

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

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

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 4 Oct 2011 35,362 miles

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

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

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

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

Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2010 30,291 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 27,026 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 24,091 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 21,774 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 21,003 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 13,475 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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FX52 VFW is a 2002 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2002 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 28,823 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 K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX52 VFW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 24 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FX52 VFW registered?

FX52 VFW is a 2002 BMW K Series, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is FX52 VFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX52 VFW shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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