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DX52 WUD

2002 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

125,052 mi
Last recorded125,052 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2011
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX52 WUD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2011 125,052 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 175,206 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2010 175,176 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 160,504 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 142,513 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 122,983 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 107,012 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 86,132 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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DX52 WUD is a 2002 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DX52 WUD, 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 DX52 WUD?

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What year was DX52 WUD registered?

DX52 WUD is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 13 December 2002.

Is DX52 WUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX52 WUD shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX52 WUD have outstanding finance?

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