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DG52 XUN

2002 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

155,681 mi
Last recorded155,681 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG52 XUN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2016 155,681 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded two pipes along vehicle floor (3.6.B.2c)

fuel lines corroded

undertrays fitted

Fail 2 Jan 2016 155,669 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber detached spring seat damaged (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded two pipes along vehicle floor (3.6.B.2c)

fuel lines corroded

undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2014 131,915 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 117,398 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 95,135 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 95,133 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2011 89,275 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2011 89,275 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 84,146 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 76,926 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 71,729 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2007 42,076 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 39,325 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 25,563 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 25,434 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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DG52 XUN 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 DG52 XUN, 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 DG52 XUN registered?

DG52 XUN is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 11 October 2002.

Is DG52 XUN safe to buy?

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