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SM02 KUE

2002 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

83,790 mi
Last recorded83,790 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW 73587,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM02 KUE
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2019 83,790 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 83,744 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 83,744 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 80,600 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Aug 2016 74,489 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 74,484 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 69,563 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 65,319 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Aug 2013 63,284 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 31 Aug 2012 60,214 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 54,855 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 51,385 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 48,340 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 44,326 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 37,385 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 37,385 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2006 33,085 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 33,018 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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SM02 KUE is a 2002 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SM02 KUE, 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 SM02 KUE registered?

SM02 KUE is a 2002 BMW 735, first registered on 14 May 2002.

Is SM02 KUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM02 KUE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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