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EA52 SFU

2002 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

142,015 mi
Last recorded142,015 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2013
Typical for 2002 BMW 73587,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA52 SFU
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2013 142,015 miles

brake pad wear light illuminated but pads are still within their tolerences

Fail 5 Apr 2013 142,006 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

wiper marks on windscreen

Pass 13 Mar 2012 137,157 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 124,752 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Feb 2010 116,272 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 116,272 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2009
Fail 5 Feb 2009

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

engine warning light on

offside head light has slight damge and damp inside

seat belt warning light on

steering wheel air bag has bin activated

Pass 30 Jan 2008 108,530 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 108,530 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 105,209 miles

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

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

front number plate seperated

n/s wiper blade deteriorated

Pass 10 Jan 2006 89,812 miles

both rear tyres begining to wear outer shoulders

Pass 4 Jan 2006 89,461 miles

both rear tyres on tread wear indicators

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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EA52 SFU is a 2002 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 EA52 SFU, 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 EA52 SFU?

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What year was EA52 SFU registered?

EA52 SFU is a 2002 BMW 735, first registered on 11 November 2002.

Is EA52 SFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA52 SFU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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