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RV52 BWU

2002 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

15,040 mi
Last recorded15,040 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 BWU
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2025 15,040 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024
Pass 4 Feb 2022 31,784 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2022 31,768 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 31,630 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 30,108 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 30,108 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 28,665 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2017 25,325 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 25,263 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 25,155 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 25,086 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 24,786 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 24,766 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 21,763 miles

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

Front tyre crazing in tread area.

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 20 Aug 2010 21,007 miles

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

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

Front tyre crazing in tread area.

Pass 15 Sep 2008 6,563 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 4,799 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2006 3,544 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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RV52 BWU 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 78.9%.

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 RV52 BWU, 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 RV52 BWU registered?

RV52 BWU is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is RV52 BWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV52 BWU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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