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EK52 CXZ

2002 BMW 525

Beige Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

202,686 mi
Last recorded202,686 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK52 CXZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2019 202,686 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2019 202,686 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 175,086 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 145,136 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 121,281 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 92,260 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 86,164 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 73,352 miles

Front tyres uneven wear.

Pass 12 Dec 2011 60,596 miles

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

Fail 12 Dec 2011 60,596 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2010 54,807 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 47,028 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 47,028 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 43,746 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)

Pass 15 Dec 2007 37,093 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2006 30,680 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 30,680 miles

Nearside Outer Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Outer Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Dec 2005 22,675 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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EK52 CXZ is a 2002 BMW 525 in Beige with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EK52 CXZ, 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 EK52 CXZ registered?

EK52 CXZ is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is EK52 CXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK52 CXZ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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