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CU52 WCA

2002 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2024
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

119,243 mi
Last recorded119,243 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU52 WCA
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2023 119,243 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

advise front caliper retaining clips missing

Pass 14 Oct 2022 114,143 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2022 114,109 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 108,247 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 103,334 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 99,063 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 93,810 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 88,110 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 81,197 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 76,363 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 69,051 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 61,803 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 54,936 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 47,681 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 41,003 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 34,414 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 30,349 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2007 25,018 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 20,201 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 14,332 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)

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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CU52 WCA is a 2002 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 CU52 WCA, 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 CU52 WCA?

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What year was CU52 WCA registered?

CU52 WCA is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is CU52 WCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU52 WCA shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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