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SP02 ZBG

2002 BMW F Series

Yellow Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

28,929 mi
Last recorded28,929 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP02 ZBG
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 28,929 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2026 28,929 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 28,292 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 26,041 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 22,580 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 22,580 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 22,126 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2016 21,977 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 21,975 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 21,622 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 May 2011 21,582 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 21,471 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2010 21,471 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2008 18,080 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 5 Feb 2008 18,080 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 16,263 miles

Front tyre has slight cracking in both sidewalls.

Front tyre has slight cracking in tread area.

Rear tyre has slight cracking in both sidewalls.

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 15,239 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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SP02 ZBG is a 2002 BMW F Series in Yellow with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 SP02 ZBG, 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 SP02 ZBG registered?

SP02 ZBG is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 9 July 2002.

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