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LB02 AZL

2002 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,839 mi
Last recorded39,839 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB02 AZL
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Jul 2024 39,839 miles

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

clutch lever tight

Pass 5 May 2023 39,812 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 38,751 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 38,493 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 36,728 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 35,254 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2017 35,254 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess bearing (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2016 33,712 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 32,317 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 30,658 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 30,658 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 29,001 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 23,714 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 23,666 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2011 23,666 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 23,510 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 23,510 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

l/h handle bar clamp doesnt look done up completely , but handlebars secure

Pass 17 Jan 2009 23,223 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 22,832 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 17,681 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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LB02 AZL is a 2002 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LB02 AZL, 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 LB02 AZL registered?

LB02 AZL is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 2 August 2002.

Is LB02 AZL safe to buy?

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