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RV52 CFA

2002 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

52,662 mi
Last recorded52,662 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 CFA
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2024 52,662 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 52,651 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2023
Pass 15 Apr 2022 47,143 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 44,702 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 44,040 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jun 2017 44,017 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2016 43,359 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2016 43,359 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Fail 16 Mar 2015 42,880 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Centre Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 42,880 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 41,222 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2014 41,222 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Fail 31 Jan 2013 37,557 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 37,557 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 34,195 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 30,005 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 25,936 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 25,936 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 22,101 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2008 18,061 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 13,412 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2006 7,131 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 CFA is a 2002 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 CFA, 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 CFA registered?

RV52 CFA is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 23 December 2002.

Is RV52 CFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV52 CFA shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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