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HT02 VSF

2002 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2021
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

29,560 mi
Last recorded29,560 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2020
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT02 VSF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2020 29,560 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2020 29,560 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 29,429 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Aug 2019 29,429 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 27,010 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2016 22,710 miles

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

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

number plate light not working

pass light not working

Fail 14 Oct 2016 22,710 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

number plate light not working

pass light not working

Fail 3 Oct 2016 22,623 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

number plate light not working

Pass 13 Oct 2015 16,981 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2015 16,949 miles

Rear Drive belt sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Sep 2014 15,709 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 15,429 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 15,296 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2011 13,760 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2011 13,760 miles

Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

Front Front wheel has a loose wheel stud(s) (4.2.3a)

Fail 1 Jun 2010 13,756 miles

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

front brake slightly binding

Pass 1 Aug 2009 10,312 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2009 10,312 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

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

Pass 9 May 2008 8,583 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 8,273 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 4,667 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2005 4,667 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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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HT02 VSF is a 2002 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 HT02 VSF, 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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HT02 VSF is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 15 August 2002.

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