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SY52 CKV

2002 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

27,263 mi
Last recorded27,263 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY52 CKV
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 27,263 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 26,046 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 24,897 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 24,496 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 23,345 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 20,926 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 18,345 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 14,417 miles

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

Front tyre starting to perish on side wall

Pass 8 May 2015 13,029 miles

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 2 May 2015 13,029 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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 10 Apr 2014 12,170 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 10,168 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 7,280 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 8,117 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 6,934 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 6,218 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 4,637 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 2,368 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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SY52 CKV is a 2002 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 SY52 CKV, 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 SY52 CKV registered?

SY52 CKV is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 25 December 2002.

Is SY52 CKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY52 CKV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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