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BN02 EZM

2002 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

233,911 mi
Last recorded233,911 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN02 EZM
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2018 233,911 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 217,147 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 202,802 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 186,401 miles

n/s handbrake only just meets minimum requirements

Pass 24 Jun 2013 155,211 miles

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

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

evidence of filler in the n/s outer sill

Pass 14 Jul 2012 138,033 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 125,810 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 106,085 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 17 Jul 2010 106,085 miles

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

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 5 Aug 2009 91,419 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 91,419 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jul 2008 78,553 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

note one of nearside headlamp bulb holder lugs brocken but bulb holder is still secure in locator,recommend renewal of bulb holder

rear high level stop lamp inoperative

Pass 25 Jul 2008 78,553 miles

note one of nearside headlamp bulb holder lugs brocken but bulb holder is still secure in locator,recommend renewal of bulb holder

rear high level stop lamp inoperative

Pass 3 Aug 2007 65,970 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 50,915 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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BN02 EZM is a 2002 BMW 525 in Silver 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 BN02 EZM, 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 BN02 EZM?

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What year was BN02 EZM registered?

BN02 EZM is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 3 May 2002.

Is BN02 EZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN02 EZM shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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