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HX52 YFH

2002 BMW F Series

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

23,422 mi
Last recorded23,422 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX52 YFH
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 23,422 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 22,371 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 22,971 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 22,371 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 22,371 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2022 22,371 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2020 22,322 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim wheel slightly out of shape (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2020 22,322 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Footrest insecure split pin missing (6.2.12 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim wheel slightly out of shape (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2020 22,316 miles

Central Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Lower Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure belly pan x2 fixing missing (6.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Footrest insecure no split pins (6.2.12 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure L/H mirror (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure L/H chain adjuster loose (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Aug 2019 21,400 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 20,060 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 17,736 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 16,219 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 5 Aug 2016 16,156 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 10,296 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 12 Jun 2015 10,296 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 6,871 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 6,486 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 4,926 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 4,926 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 3,844 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 3,548 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 3,494 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 3,003 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 YFH is a 2002 BMW F Series in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 YFH, 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 HX52 YFH registered?

HX52 YFH is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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