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HG51 YVU

2002 BMW F Series

Bronze Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

44,966 mi
Last recorded44,966 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG51 YVU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2018 44,966 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 44,950 miles

Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 44,814 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 May 2016 44,751 miles

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

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

Fail 6 May 2016 44,751 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015
Fail 22 Apr 2015 44,627 miles

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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

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

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

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

advise new fuel cap washer

Pass 28 Apr 2014 43,601 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

front tyre unevenly worn

rear cush drive worn

rear tyre unevenly worn

Pass 16 Mar 2013 38,145 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 37,556 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 37,519 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 36,126 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2010 35,034 miles

Nail in front tyre

Pass 10 Mar 2009 33,720 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 33,656 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 30,403 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 25,824 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 16,639 miles
Fail 11 May 2005

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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HG51 YVU is a 2002 BMW F Series in Bronze with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 HG51 YVU, 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 HG51 YVU registered?

HG51 YVU is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 23 January 2002.

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