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RG51 KCY

2002 BMW 745

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

190,822 mi
Last recorded190,822 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 74587,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG51 KCY
MakeBMW
Model745
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 190,822 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

​​Engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 10 Feb 2023 163,273 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2023 163,273 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing Repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm, bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 100,534 miles

Brake pad warning light on

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 29 Jun 2021 100,534 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad warning light on

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 91,591 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 132,361 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 81,639 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper worn

Pass 28 Nov 2016 78,522 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 73,741 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 73,741 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

How Reliable is the BMW 745?

Based on 22,701 MOT tests across 1,670 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
5,928
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,670
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 841
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 607
position lamp(s) not working 411
Brake pipe excessively corroded 341
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 311
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RG51 KCY is a 2002 BMW 745 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RG51 KCY, 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

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What year was RG51 KCY registered?

RG51 KCY is a 2002 BMW 745, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is RG51 KCY safe to buy?

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