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RE52 PVP

2002 BMW 735

Grey Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

64,617 mi
Last recorded64,617 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2013
Typical for 2002 BMW 73587,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE52 PVP
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2013 64,617 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 61,348 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

engine management light on

n/s front tyre scrubed badly on outer edges and cuts in tyre and nail in tyre

n/s rear tyre just under 3mm

o/s front tyre low on outer edges and cuts in tyre

o/s rear tyre at 3mm

Fail 12 Oct 2011 61,348 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

engine management light on

n/s front tyre scrubed badly on outer edges and cuts in tyre and nail in tyre

n/s rear tyre just under 3mm

o/s rear tyre at 3mm

Pass 2 Nov 2010 55,749 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 55,749 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

o/s front tyre starting to scrub on outer edges

Pass 23 Oct 2009 51,687 miles

plastic sill covers fitted

rear suspension pipes rusty

Pass 22 Oct 2008 46,909 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 46,909 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

plastic sill covers fitted

slight damage n/s front outer side wall

Pass 12 Oct 2007 42,454 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres wear in the middle

Pass 31 Oct 2006 38,450 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 35,132 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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RE52 PVP is a 2002 BMW 735 in Grey with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RE52 PVP, 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 RE52 PVP registered?

RE52 PVP is a 2002 BMW 735, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is RE52 PVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE52 PVP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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