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GU02 UEP

2002 BMW 535

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

183,079 mi
Last recorded183,079 miles
Recorded on8 May 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 53587,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU02 UEP
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2017 183,079 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Oil leak ()

wipers judder

Pass 6 May 2016 179,424 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2015 174,028 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2014 169,463 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 162,520 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 152,889 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 142,647 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)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 131,523 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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)

Fail 12 May 2009 117,480 miles

OFFSIDE FORNT TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE NEARING LEGAL LIMIT

SLIGHT DAMAGE TO NEARSIDE REAR OUTER SILL

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2009 117,480 miles

OFFSIDE FORNT TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE NEARING LEGAL LIMIT

SLIGHT DAMAGE TO NEARSIDE REAR OUTER SILL

Pass 19 Mar 2008 16,850 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 98,441 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 98,440 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 82,133 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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GU02 UEP is a 2002 BMW 535 in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GU02 UEP, 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 GU02 UEP registered?

GU02 UEP is a 2002 BMW 535, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is GU02 UEP safe to buy?

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