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BK52 XYP

2002 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

235,733 mi
Last recorded235,733 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK52 XYP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2018 235,733 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2017 229,603 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 224,439 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 219,016 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 212,386 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2013 206,211 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 200,852 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 196,363 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs pitted

rear brake discs pitted

Pass 2 Oct 2009 195,397 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2009 195,397 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2008 157,352 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Oct 2008 156,321 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2007 127,832 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 127,325 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 102,722 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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BK52 XYP is a 2002 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BK52 XYP, 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

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What year was BK52 XYP registered?

BK52 XYP is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is BK52 XYP safe to buy?

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