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LK02 OBY

2002 BMW 735

Silver Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

55,287 mi
Last recorded55,287 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 73587,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK02 OBY
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 55,287 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 55,277 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 54,780 miles

guards fitted under car

Pass 23 May 2022 54,619 miles

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

Offside Front side wall perished

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

under guards fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 21 Feb 2020 54,423 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 54,423 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 52,880 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

front tyres slightly perrished

Pass 10 Nov 2017 50,535 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 50,093 miles

o/s and n/s outter sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 16 Nov 2015 49,482 miles

engine covers fitted

o/s and n/s outter sill covers fitted

under covers fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2015 48,423 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 46,378 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 12 Jun 2013 43,027 miles

Both rear tyres have cracks inbetween treads

Pass 12 Jun 2012 38,123 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 34,573 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 30,406 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 20 May 2009 25,265 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 16,164 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 11,221 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 11,025 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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LK02 OBY is a 2002 BMW 735 in Silver with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LK02 OBY, 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 LK02 OBY?

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What year was LK02 OBY registered?

LK02 OBY is a 2002 BMW 735, first registered on 19 July 2002.

Is LK02 OBY safe to buy?

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