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AV52 DWN

2002 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,593 mi
Last recorded81,593 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2011
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV52 DWN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2011 81,593 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 81,593 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 74,191 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 65,299 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 58,202 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 48,892 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 37,341 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2005 37,340 miles

Nearside Front Torsion bar insecure at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Offside Front Torsion bar insecure at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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AV52 DWN is a 2002 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 108,772 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV52 DWN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 525 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AV52 DWN?

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What year was AV52 DWN registered?

AV52 DWN is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 15 November 2002.

Is AV52 DWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV52 DWN shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AV52 DWN have outstanding finance?

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