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SA02 WVB

2002 BMW F Series

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

53,811 mi
Last recorded53,811 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA02 WVB
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 53,811 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 47,262 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2024 45,753 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 41,133 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 31,439 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 24,185 miles

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

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

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 13,222 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2016 11,589 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Passing light switch inop

Pass 4 May 2013 10,796 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 10,796 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 May 2012 10,022 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2012 10,022 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Jul 2010 7,076 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2009 5,615 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 5,436 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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SA02 WVB is a 2002 BMW F Series in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SA02 WVB, 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 SA02 WVB registered?

SA02 WVB is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is SA02 WVB safe to buy?

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