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AK52 VAM

2002 BMW 735

Grey Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

97,327 mi
Last recorded97,327 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 73587,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 VAM
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2016 97,327 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 91,350 miles

O/s/r tyre age cracked

Fail 17 Jun 2015 91,302 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

O/s/r tyre age cracked

Pass 5 Jul 2014 81,980 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 78,788 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Side sills covered

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jul 2012 76,308 miles

Front wiper baldes slightly smeer

O/S Inner tie rod has slight play

Pass 4 Aug 2010 62,082 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all tyres wearing on outer sides

Pass 9 Apr 2009 56,739 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 46,955 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 46,917 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 1 May 2007 42,531 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 42,423 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2006 32,724 miles

rear tyres 2mm

How Reliable is the BMW 735?

Based on 51,279 MOT tests across 5,701 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
4,383
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
5,701
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,292
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,707
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,582
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,324
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,237
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AK52 VAM is a 2002 BMW 735 in Grey with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2002 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 87,108 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 735 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,292 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK52 VAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 735 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 735 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK52 VAM registered?

AK52 VAM is a 2002 BMW 735, first registered on 24 September 2002.

Is AK52 VAM safe to buy?

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