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LK02 MBF

2002 BMW 535

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 BMW 53587,681 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK02 MBF
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2015

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

both front tyres have slits but not to the corded (glued)

oil leak

Pass 26 Jul 2014 123,819 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2014 123,819 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 17 May 2012 115,468 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2012 115,468 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 105,962 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside front antiroll bar link rod top gaitor split

nearside front brake pad wear sensor wire adrift

nearside front tyre worn on edges

offside front tyre devoid of tread on outer edge & on extreme inner edge

offside rear tyre worn on extreme inner edge

slight oil leak from nearside high pressure power steering pipe/hose

Pass 6 May 2010 99,129 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2009 93,886 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 86,572 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 80,257 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 72,358 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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LK02 MBF is a 2002 BMW 535 in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LK02 MBF, 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 LK02 MBF registered?

LK02 MBF is a 2002 BMW 535, first registered on 4 March 2002.

Is LK02 MBF safe to buy?

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