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DE52 WWP

2002 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

119,721 mi
Last recorded119,721 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE52 WWP
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2018 119,721 miles

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear brake discs slightly pitted

Fail 2 Jan 2018 119,721 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 6 Jan 2017 108,378 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 98,850 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 91,450 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 82,982 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 61,627 miles

N/S/F Tyre wearing on centre

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 51,815 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 47,656 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 42,027 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 36,224 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2007 30,025 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 23,315 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2005 18,056 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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DE52 WWP is a 2002 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DE52 WWP, 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 DE52 WWP registered?

DE52 WWP is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 1 December 2002.

Is DE52 WWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE52 WWP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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