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YJ02 XSC

2002 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

42,473 mi
Last recorded42,473 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ02 XSC
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 42,473 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 41,181 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024

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

Pass 27 Jun 2023

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

Fail 27 Jun 2023

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

Pass 19 May 2022

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

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

Fail 19 May 2022

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2019 16,927 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2019 16,910 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 14,932 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 12,258 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 12,258 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2010 12,258 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 12,169 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2008 12,169 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 19 Mar 2008 12,169 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2007 8,134 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 8,134 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2006 6,270 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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YJ02 XSC is a 2002 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 YJ02 XSC, 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 YJ02 XSC registered?

YJ02 XSC is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 23 May 2002.

Is YJ02 XSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ02 XSC shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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