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BG02 RFF

2002 BMW 525

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

136,686 mi
Last recorded136,686 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG02 RFF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 136,686 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2025 127,476 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 123,590 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD ON EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD ON INNER EDGE AND WORN LOW ON OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 121,086 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 117,416 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 113,457 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 111,476 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 108,227 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 105,452 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2018 105,452 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2017 101,545 miles

Rear Differential bush mount front leaking fluid

Pass 12 Feb 2016 97,020 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 92,045 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 85,670 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 77,237 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 71,101 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 64,767 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 59,821 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 53,160 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 29 Jan 2008 44,343 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 44,343 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 36,330 miles

O/S HANDBRAKE EFFICIENCY POOR

REAR TYRES ON 2MM 225/55/R16

Pass 27 Feb 2006 31,807 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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BG02 RFF is a 2002 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 BG02 RFF, 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 BG02 RFF?

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What year was BG02 RFF registered?

BG02 RFF is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is BG02 RFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG02 RFF shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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