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BN52 MDF

2002 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 BMW 73587,108 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 MDF
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2016
Pass 7 Nov 2014 56,212 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Oct 2014 56,006 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 52,104 miles

Nearside Rear Front drive shaft support bearing slightly worn (2.5.C.2c)

Offside Rear Front drive shaft support bearing slightly worn (2.5.C.2c)

Fail 29 Oct 2013 52,102 miles

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

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)

Nearside Rear Front drive shaft support bearing slightly worn (2.5.C.2c)

Offside Rear Front drive shaft support bearing slightly worn (2.5.C.2c)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 48,722 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 48,718 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 44,006 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 39,809 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 36,581 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 36,553 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 31,866 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 24,744 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 23,774 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 20,493 miles

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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BN52 MDF is a 2002 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN52 MDF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN52 MDF?

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What year was BN52 MDF registered?

BN52 MDF is a 2002 BMW 735, first registered on 17 September 2002.

Is BN52 MDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN52 MDF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BN52 MDF have outstanding finance?

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