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AX52 FTF

2002 BMW X5

Beige Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

176,000 mi
Last recorded176,000 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW X598,495 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX52 FTF
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2018 176,000 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 151,134 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 143,182 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 143,182 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 141,707 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Nov 2014 141,704 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Nov 2013 131,566 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

o/s rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 22 Nov 2013 131,562 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

o/s rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 20 Nov 2012 117,464 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 107,040 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

cv grease weeping from o/s/f outer cv boot clip

Fail 24 Nov 2010 88,992 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 88,992 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2009 66,866 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 63,037 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2007 73,035 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2006 53,588 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 42,150 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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AX52 FTF is a 2002 BMW X5 in Beige with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2002 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 98,495 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AX52 FTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this BMW X5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AX52 FTF registered?

AX52 FTF is a 2002 BMW X5, first registered on 17 December 2002.

Is AX52 FTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX52 FTF shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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