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EJ02 CVF

2002 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

82,678 mi
Last recorded82,678 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ02 CVF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Fail 13 May 2026 82,678 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2025 81,768 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2025 81,750 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 80,413 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 78,454 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 75,776 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 75,632 miles

Nearside Front Outer tyre small cut sidewall

under trays

Fail 25 Feb 2020 75,632 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pipe off (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Outer tyre small cut sidewall

under trays

Pass 27 Feb 2019 73,383 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 69,142 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 66,033 miles

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

Rear Both shock absorbers loosing damping slightly

Pass 26 Feb 2016 62,202 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 58,782 miles

both front tyres low tread on inner & outer edges

Pass 29 Jan 2014 56,200 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2013 51,378 miles

near side rear brake disc corroded

Fail 14 Feb 2013 51,378 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

near side rear brake disc corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2011 45,338 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 36,809 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)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 33,344 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2008 29,104 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 24,587 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 21,438 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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EJ02 CVF is a 2002 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EJ02 CVF, 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 EJ02 CVF registered?

EJ02 CVF is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 6 June 2002.

Is EJ02 CVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ02 CVF shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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