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YR52 GBV

2002 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,178 mi
Last recorded25,178 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW F Series18,596 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR52 GBV
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 25,178 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 25,178 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 24,682 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 24,458 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

offside handlebar switch gear touching tank bolt on full lock

rear tyre has puncture repair plug

Fail 20 Jun 2019 24,458 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

offside handlebar switch gear touching tank bolt on full lock

rear tyre has puncture repair plug

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 23,530 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2018 23,530 miles

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

Front Wheel damaged or distorted to the extent that control of the motorcycle is likely to be adversely affected (5.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jun 2017
Pass 16 May 2016 28,878 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 27,731 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2014 27,731 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 24,147 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2013 24,147 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 23,404 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 23,404 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 May 2011 53,591 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 49,120 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 6 May 2010 49,120 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 45,038 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 45,038 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 29 May 2008 40,036 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 33,951 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 24,283 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2006 23,677 miles

Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

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

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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YR52 GBV is a 2002 BMW F Series in Blue with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YR52 GBV, 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 YR52 GBV registered?

YR52 GBV is a 2002 BMW F Series, first registered on 11 December 2002.

Is YR52 GBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR52 GBV shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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