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B7 DSP

2002 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,861 mi
Last recorded100,861 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB7 DSP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 6 Mar 2026 100,861 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 100,566 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 100,190 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 99,658 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 98,724 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 97,492 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 96,605 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 95,231 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 94,594 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 93,748 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 92,265 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 89,603 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 86,514 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 83,348 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 80,627 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 76,409 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 71,078 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 65,505 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 59,030 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 52,368 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 45,014 miles

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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B7 DSP is a 2002 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B7 DSP, 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 B7 DSP?

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What year was B7 DSP registered?

B7 DSP is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 22 July 2002.

Is B7 DSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B7 DSP shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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