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HX02 MWL

2002 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

57,137 mi
Last recorded57,137 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2020
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX02 MWL
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2020 57,137 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 18 Jul 2020 57,137 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced front fork stiffening brace plate bolts loose Repaired at station. (6.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 55,004 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil r/h fork (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened rear shock (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 54,602 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 54,279 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 13 Mar 2017 54,279 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 52,548 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2015 51,375 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 48,130 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2013 45,298 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 42,742 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 16 Mar 2012 42,742 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 41,483 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 41,279 miles

front tyre near wear limit rear brake binding slightly but not affecting performance

Fail 13 Mar 2010 41,279 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

front tyre near wear limit rear brake binding slightly but not affecting performance

Pass 20 Mar 2009 40,197 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 40,197 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2008 39,063 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2008 39,063 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 24 Feb 2007 37,796 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 36,644 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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HX02 MWL is a 2002 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HX02 MWL, 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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HX02 MWL is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 22 March 2002.

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