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OE02 GBU

2002 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,739 mi
Last recorded10,739 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE02 GBU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 10,739 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2026 10,207 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 10,131 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 10,115 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 10,100 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 10,006 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 9,546 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 9,185 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2019 9,185 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 25 Oct 2018
Pass 4 Sep 2017 8,298 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 6,607 miles

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 6,395 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2014 6,395 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 5,347 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 4,346 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 2,755 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 1,223 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 1,144 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 1,136 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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OE02 GBU is a 2002 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OE02 GBU, 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

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What year was OE02 GBU registered?

OE02 GBU is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 22 June 2002.

Is OE02 GBU safe to buy?

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