CarVerify

Free Car Check

LA51 SXZ

2002 BMW F Series

Orange Petrol 652cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

32,067 mi
Last recorded32,067 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA51 SXZ
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2016 32,067 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 32,067 miles

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

Nearside Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 26 May 2015 31,465 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 31,121 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 31,121 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 30,532 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 30,525 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Mar 2012 28,294 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 26,516 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 26,495 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 25,300 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 22,516 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 19,840 miles

Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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
Full BMW F Series reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LA51 SXZ is a 2002 BMW F Series in Orange with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LA51 SXZ, 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

How do I check the history of LA51 SXZ?

You can check the full history of LA51 SXZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LA51 SXZ registered?

LA51 SXZ is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 7 February 2002.

Is LA51 SXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA51 SXZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LA51 SXZ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LA51 SXZ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.