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SB51 YJG

2002 BMW 735

Black Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

139,616 mi
Last recorded139,616 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2012
Typical for 2002 BMW 73587,108 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB51 YJG
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2012 139,616 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 139,616 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 136,715 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2009 130,996 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 130,990 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

engine management light on

Pass 10 Feb 2009 121,693 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 119,963 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 99,643 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 99,467 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INSIDE EDGES. †REAR SILENCER HEAT SHIELD ON BODY HANGING LOOSE. †TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAK FROM GEARBOX. †

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

Pass 13 Jan 2006 79,392 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2006 79,368 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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SB51 YJG is a 2002 BMW 735 in Black with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 SB51 YJG, 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 SB51 YJG registered?

SB51 YJG is a 2002 BMW 735, first registered on 5 February 2002.

Is SB51 YJG safe to buy?

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