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BV02 UFR

2002 BMW 535

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2025
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

146,423 mi
Last recorded146,423 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW 53587,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV02 UFR
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 8 Feb 2024 146,423 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2022 144,750 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 143,762 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 138,644 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer bottle cracked , fluid emptys rapidly, not affecting washers

Pass 6 Nov 2017 136,827 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 131,447 miles

Fuel cap "o" ring cracked but still forming a good seal.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2015 120,854 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 120,646 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 119,389 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Passenger door mirror glass deteriorated.

Pass 24 Mar 2012 118,082 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 80,429 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 40,928 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 30,382 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 30,382 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 25,981 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 23,048 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 18,450 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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BV02 UFR is a 2002 BMW 535 in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 87,681 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV02 UFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV02 UFR registered?

BV02 UFR is a 2002 BMW 535, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is BV02 UFR safe to buy?

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