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LC02 SKX

2002 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

16,657 mi
Last recorded16,657 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC02 SKX
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2023 16,657 miles

Horn slightly loose intermittent operation switch (7.7 (b))

body plastics some screws missing

covers obscuring some components

Pass 16 Mar 2022 16,436 miles

both tyres worn

covers fitted obscuring some components

radiator corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2020 16,155 miles

covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 1 Sep 2020 16,155 miles

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

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake lever pivot has excessive free play foot brake (1.1.1 (b))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 7 May 2019 15,675 miles

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

advise brake strip/service

covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 3 Apr 2018 15,415 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 23 Mar 2017 14,807 miles

covers fitted obscuring some components

slight pitting to fork legs & corrosion to fork tops

Fail 23 Mar 2017 14,807 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

covers fitted obscuring some components

slight pitting to fork legs & corrosion to fork tops

Pass 2 May 2014 14,072 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

gear lever bolt lose

o/s mirror fouling screen in full lock

rear tyre worn

Fail 1 May 2014 14,072 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

gear lever bolt lose

o/s mirror fouling screen in full lock

rear tyre worn

Pass 3 May 2012 13,768 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 12,423 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2009 12,021 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 May 2009 12,021 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Apr 2008 11,536 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2008 11,536 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Apr 2007 10,045 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 10,045 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 7,818 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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LC02 SKX is a 2002 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 LC02 SKX, 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 LC02 SKX registered?

LC02 SKX is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 8 August 2002.

Is LC02 SKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC02 SKX shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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