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YF52 BEY

2002 BMW F Series

Silver Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

1,676 mi
Last recorded1,676 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF52 BEY
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 1,676 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 1,145 miles

Front Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 27 May 2025 1,143 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Front Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 May 2024 221 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2023
Fail 24 Jul 2023

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2022
Pass 21 Apr 2021
Fail 21 Apr 2021

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2019
Pass 21 Jun 2018 8,256 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 7,675 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 7,173 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 676 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 16,415 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 15,365 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 13,201 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 14,526 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 3,167 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 10,696 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 10,367 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 9,437 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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YF52 BEY is a 2002 BMW F Series in Silver with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 YF52 BEY, 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 YF52 BEY registered?

YF52 BEY is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 20 December 2002.

Is YF52 BEY safe to buy?

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