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DS02 MJK

2002 BMW 525

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

77,442 mi
Last recorded77,442 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS02 MJK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2021 77,442 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 72,267 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2020 72,267 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 72,158 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 72,157 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 71,966 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 71,580 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre weather cracked

Pass 23 Apr 2015 70,262 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 68,458 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 66,494 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 66,494 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 64,433 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 62,480 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 59,790 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 59,790 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 56,665 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 53,531 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 49,726 miles

rear number plate starting to discolour

small cut in n/s/r tyre

Pass 24 Apr 2006 44,536 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

nail in tyre

slight damage to front No plate

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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DS02 MJK is a 2002 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DS02 MJK, 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 DS02 MJK registered?

DS02 MJK is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 9 May 2002.

Is DS02 MJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS02 MJK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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