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BSH 411Y

2002 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

59,809 mi
Last recorded59,809 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSH 411Y
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 59,809 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 55,785 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2025

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low adjuster not adjusting high enough (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front brake pad wear sensor insecure

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 27 Mar 2024 47,872 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 43,981 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 42,644 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 38,037 miles
Pass 8 May 2020 35,370 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 29,093 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 19,290 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 18,885 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 18,565 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 18,461 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 18,366 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 18,233 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 17,858 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 17,419 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 16,907 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 15,871 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 14,803 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 13,473 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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BSH 411Y is a 2002 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 BSH 411Y, 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 BSH 411Y registered?

BSH 411Y is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 26 July 2002.

Is BSH 411Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BSH 411Y shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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