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MV52 XET

2002 BMW 735

Grey Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

191,586 mi
Last recorded191,586 miles
Recorded on13 May 2011
Typical for 2002 BMW 73587,108 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV52 XET
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2011 191,586 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 191,586 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 183,269 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2010 183,259 miles

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

Fail 25 Feb 2010 183,099 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

engine oil level low

engine smoke

rear subframe bushes deteriorated

Pass 1 Dec 2008 155,494 miles

n/s rear tyre cut inner sidewall o/s rear tyre cut on outer sidewall

undershield fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 27 Sep 2007 132,609 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2007 132,609 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2006 114,607 miles

front and rear brake pads appear low wheel off inspection advise

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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MV52 XET is a 2002 BMW 735 in Grey with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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

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 MV52 XET, 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

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What year was MV52 XET registered?

MV52 XET is a 2002 BMW 735, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is MV52 XET safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV52 XET shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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