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RU02 DTS

2002 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

169,658 mi
Last recorded169,658 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 73587,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRU02 DTS
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2016 169,658 miles

Centre Front Oil leak engine bay ()

Nearside Rear Rear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 159,067 miles

Oil leak

Fail 15 Dec 2014 159,033 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Passenger's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Fail 30 Sep 2013 143,128 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 143,128 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 131,223 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2012 131,223 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 131,068 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 127,638 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 124,750 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 121,498 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 116,101 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 109,161 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 99,981 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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RU02 DTS is a 2002 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 RU02 DTS, 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 RU02 DTS registered?

RU02 DTS is a 2002 BMW 735, first registered on 21 June 2002.

Is RU02 DTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RU02 DTS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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