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KE02 YJS

2002 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

44,226 mi
Last recorded44,226 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE02 YJS
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 44,226 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 44,214 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively Both (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 44,029 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2021 44,010 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 43,289 miles

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

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

Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

steering operation affect engine speed

Pass 26 Apr 2019 42,299 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 26 Apr 2019 42,299 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 17 May 2018 39,669 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 39,669 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 37,866 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 17 May 2016 36,443 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2015 32,954 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2015 32,950 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2014 29,375 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2012 26,729 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2007 24,124 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 14,610 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 12,552 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 12,552 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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KE02 YJS is a 2002 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 KE02 YJS, 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 KE02 YJS registered?

KE02 YJS is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 2 March 2002.

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