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UIG 1331

2002 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,746 mi
Last recorded46,746 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUIG 1331
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 46,746 miles

Early signs of front brake bind.

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 29 Mar 2025 46,746 miles

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2024
Pass 29 Oct 2022
Pass 30 Oct 2021 45,462 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 44,261 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2021 44,251 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2020 41,871 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 41,784 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 33,250 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

n/s/r indicator slightly loose

Pass 4 Dec 2017 33,039 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

handlebar switch gear touch on fuel tank on full lock

Fail 1 Dec 2017 33,039 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

handlebar switch gear touch on fuel tank on full lock

Pass 2 Dec 2016 31,856 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 30 Nov 2016 31,856 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 24,614 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 21,043 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2013 15,355 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 9,824 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 7,414 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 7,414 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 May 2009 3,689 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 3,447 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 2,787 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 2,373 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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UIG 1331 is a 2002 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UIG 1331, 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 UIG 1331 registered?

UIG 1331 is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 4 September 2002.

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