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HK02 DFC

2002 BMW 535

Grey Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

104,483 mi
Last recorded104,483 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2012
Typical for 2002 BMW 53587,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK02 DFC
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2012 104,483 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 104,483 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2011 73,943 miles

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

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 16 Oct 2010 56,520 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2009 50,910 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 46,192 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Oct 2007 42,397 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 42,387 miles

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

lower reading from nearside rear parking brake!

Pass 14 Oct 2006 33,886 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2005 16,852 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2005 16,852 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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HK02 DFC is a 2002 BMW 535 in Grey with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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

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 HK02 DFC, 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 HK02 DFC registered?

HK02 DFC is a 2002 BMW 535, first registered on 19 June 2002.

Is HK02 DFC safe to buy?

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