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MW51 ZKU

2002 BMW 735

Green Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

157,248 mi
Last recorded157,248 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2010
Typical for 2002 BMW 73587,108 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW51 ZKU
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2010 157,248 miles

Air-Bag warning lamp indicating fault

Brake warnimg lamp indicating fault

Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front and Rear Brake Discs Worn/Lipped

Knoking Noise at Nearside front (Unable to Locate)

MAJOR OIL LEAK (UNABLE TO LOCATE)

Fail 15 Oct 2010 157,248 miles

Air-Bag warning lamp indicating fault

Brake warnimg lamp indicating fault

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front and Rear Brake Discs Worn/Lipped

Knoking Noise at Nearside front (Unable to Locate)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

MAJOR OIL LEAK (UNABLE TO LOCATE)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 135,491 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 Jul 2009 131,304 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 111,887 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 120,708 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 50,524 miles

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 ZKU is a 2002 BMW 735 in Green with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MW51 ZKU, 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 MW51 ZKU?

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What year was MW51 ZKU registered?

MW51 ZKU is a 2002 BMW 735, first registered on 21 January 2002.

Is MW51 ZKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW51 ZKU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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