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BU02 BKG

2002 BMW 525

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

141,999 mi
Last recorded141,999 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 BKG
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2016 141,999 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 138,132 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 133,863 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 130,194 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 124,793 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 119,428 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 113,884 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 107,913 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 107,913 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 101,781 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 96,490 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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BU02 BKG is a 2002 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BU02 BKG, 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 BU02 BKG registered?

BU02 BKG is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 5 March 2002.

Is BU02 BKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU02 BKG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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