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LC02 YSF

2002 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

60,717 mi
Last recorded60,717 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC02 YSF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 10 Feb 2015 60,717 miles

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

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

RH pillion footrest siezed

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 52,760 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Oil leak

rear footrests are seized and are inoprative

Fail 4 Feb 2014 52,741 miles

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Oil leak

rear footrests seized up and are inoprative

Pass 1 Feb 2013 46,161 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 26 Jan 2013 46,161 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

r/h rear footrest is unusable

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jan 2012 43,111 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 36,892 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 9 Sep 2010 36,892 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2009 28,474 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2009 28,474 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Oct 2007 12,788 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2006 10,699 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 YSF is a 2002 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 YSF, 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 YSF registered?

LC02 YSF is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 5 July 2002.

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