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OU52 UGF

2002 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

27,873 mi
Last recorded27,873 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU52 UGF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 27,873 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 27,268 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2023 27,268 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2022 25,458 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 24,998 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 23,834 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 23,642 miles

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

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired Front brake switch (1.3.3a)

Fail 19 Apr 2018 23,642 miles

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

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

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired Front brake switch (1.3.3a)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 23,520 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2015 23,029 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 22,268 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2014 22,268 miles

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

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

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2013 21,559 miles

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

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

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Fail 23 Oct 2013 21,559 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

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

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

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 20,469 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2012 20,469 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 12 Oct 2011 19,429 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 19,429 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 18,881 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Oct 2010 18,881 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2009 17,913 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 16,114 miles

Rear Drive belt sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 13,376 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2006 10,127 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2005 7,988 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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OU52 UGF is a 2002 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 OU52 UGF, 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 OU52 UGF registered?

OU52 UGF is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 2 September 2002.

Is OU52 UGF safe to buy?

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