MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
127,149 miSignificantly above average — investigate
Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
Vehicle Details
All premium checks include
50+ data pointsMOT History
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users pas leaking, oil around reservoir and n/s rack boot (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn hub/arm pin bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn hub /arm pin bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Power steering component leaking fluid around reservoir and n/s rack gaiter (2.1.5 (a))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
engine management light on
oil leaks around oil filter area
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge is devoid of tread ie bald (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge is devoid of tread ie bald (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front cover missing from mirror housing
Offside Front steering rack gaiter is damp with oil
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge is devoid of tread ie bald (4.1.E.1)
Oil leak ()
covers impede parts of the inspection
exhaust smokey
front windscreen is damaged not affecting drivers view of the road
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive engine management fault as indicated by the warning lamp (7.3.D.3)
Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge is devoid of tread ie bald (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge is devoid of tread ie bald (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front cover missing from mirror housing
Offside Front steering rack gaiter is damp with oil
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge is devoid of tread ie bald (4.1.E.1)
Oil leak ()
covers impede parts of the inspection
front windscreen is damaged not affecting drivers view of the road
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal Gaiter damp (2.3.3b)
Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal Gaiter damp (2.3.3b)
Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
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)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Rear 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)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
airbag warning light on
covers fitted under car not allowing full inspection
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
airbag warning light on
covers fitted under car not allowing full inspection
n/s/f tyre worn on inner edges
Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
How Reliable is the BMW 745?
Based on 22,701 MOT tests across 1,670 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
Don't risk it. Know before you buy.
Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
LY52 BXA is a 2002 BMW 745 in Silver with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.
Across all 2002 BMW 745 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 87,962 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 745 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 841 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LY52 BXA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The BMW 745 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 745 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of LY52 BXA?
You can check the full history of LY52 BXA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was LY52 BXA registered?
LY52 BXA is a 2002 BMW 745, first registered on 11 November 2002.
Is LY52 BXA safe to buy?
The MOT history for LY52 BXA shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does LY52 BXA have outstanding finance?
Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LY52 BXA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.
No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.