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PO52 YYF

2002 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,049 mi
Last recorded12,049 miles
Recorded on11 May 2012
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO52 YYF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2012 12,049 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))

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

Fail 11 May 2012 12,049 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 9,891 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2011 9,860 miles

Front wheel has a missing wheel bolt(s) (4.2.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2009 8,177 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008 5,669 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 3,753 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 3,313 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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PO52 YYF is a 2002 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PO52 YYF, 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 PO52 YYF registered?

PO52 YYF is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 8 November 2002.

Is PO52 YYF safe to buy?

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