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WJ02 DFO

2002 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

42,343 mi
Last recorded42,343 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ02 DFO
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 42,343 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Jul 2026 43,327 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 40,548 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Jun 2025 40,501 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 35,037 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

front tyre has slight cracking in the tread

Pass 17 Jun 2022 32,001 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 31,948 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 30,964 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 30,956 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 30,045 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 28,316 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 28,014 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 27,942 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 27 Mar 2014 27,942 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 27,647 miles

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 15 Apr 2013 27,647 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 27,128 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 26,956 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 26,820 miles

Front tyre slightly perished

Pass 9 Sep 2008 26,609 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 22,438 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 22,386 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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WJ02 DFO is a 2002 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 WJ02 DFO, 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 WJ02 DFO registered?

WJ02 DFO is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 12 April 2002.

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