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HX52 WHV

2002 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2024
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

40,195 mi
Last recorded40,195 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX52 WHV
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2023 40,195 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 40,032 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2022 39,995 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 39,873 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 39,743 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2020 39,743 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 39,299 miles

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Jul 2018 39,267 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 36,067 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 24,775 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 24,775 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 Nov 2015 20,117 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 20,096 miles

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 17,516 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 17,058 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 17,014 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2012 16,084 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 15,372 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Nov 2011 15,372 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 14,180 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 12,654 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

advise, r/h handgaurd hits screen on full lock.

Fail 14 Oct 2009 12,654 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

advise, r/h handgaurd hits screen on full lock.

Pass 14 Oct 2008 11,624 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 10,584 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 8,423 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2005 7,144 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2005 7,144 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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HX52 WHV is a 2002 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 HX52 WHV, 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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What year was HX52 WHV registered?

HX52 WHV is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 3 September 2002.

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