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YP02 YAF

2002 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,415 mi
Last recorded40,415 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP02 YAF
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Fail 28 Jul 2026 40,415 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Sep 2024 39,406 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 39,365 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 39,248 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 39,222 miles

Front forks are pitted and slight leak on nearside seal

Front tyre is out of shape

Rear brake pads and disc are in poor condition and

Pass 15 Aug 2018 38,244 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 31,247 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 2 Aug 2017 31,247 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 24,905 miles

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

Front brake lever - feels spongey.

Front wheel rim - slight flats on edge.

Rear brake lever - is spongey

Rear noplate - is cracked

Rear noplate light - not working.

Fail 19 Jul 2016 24,905 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front brake lever - feels spongey.

Front wheel rim - slight flats on edge.

Rear brake lever - is spongey

Rear noplate - is cracked

Rear noplate light - not working.

Pass 1 Aug 2015 23,608 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 19,346 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2012 14,422 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 12,784 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 10,799 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 9,165 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 9,165 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 7,363 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 4,965 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 2,952 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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YP02 YAF is a 2002 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YP02 YAF, 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 YP02 YAF registered?

YP02 YAF is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 24 May 2002.

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