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LA02 MBX

2002 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

56,845 mi
Last recorded56,845 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA02 MBX
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2025 56,845 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake lever has "spongy" feel, but meets minimum standard efficiency

Horn deteriorated, but still audible over motorcycle engine noise

Pass 17 Oct 2022 54,796 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2022 54,796 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen LED bulb fitted. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 52,190 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 50,833 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 46,655 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 45,510 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 45,393 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2014 45,393 miles

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

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 37,675 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 9 Aug 2013 37,675 miles

Lower Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Lower Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

abs se4nsor routed incorrectly and incorrectly secured

l/h/r chain adjuster plate insecurely fitted

r/h/f footpeg security decive excesasively corroded and about to fail

Pass 19 Apr 2012 30,548 miles

Front near side fork dust seal retaining water. This could lead to corrosion issues.

Pass 3 May 2011 26,957 miles

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

front brake binding slightly

Pass 13 Apr 2010 26,953 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 Apr 2010 26,953 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 26,647 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2009 26,647 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2007 25,217 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2005 19,258 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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LA02 MBX 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 73.7%.

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 LA02 MBX, 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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LA02 MBX is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 20 August 2002.

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