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MW51 YLE

2002 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

326,488 mi
Last recorded326,488 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW 73587,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW51 YLE
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2019 326,488 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 326,467 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 326,146 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 325,583 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 325,583 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jan 2016 316,904 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 296,755 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 277,699 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 277,699 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 258,346 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 238,444 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2011 218,282 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 197,435 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 197,417 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2009 177,239 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2008 150,361 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 127,886 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 105,130 miles

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

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

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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MW51 YLE is a 2002 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MW51 YLE, 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 MW51 YLE registered?

MW51 YLE is a 2002 BMW 735, first registered on 31 January 2002.

Is MW51 YLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW51 YLE shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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