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EX02 JFF

2002 BMW 525

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

164,021 mi
Last recorded164,021 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX02 JFF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 164,021 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 163,875 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 162,710 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 159,671 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 157,264 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 155,445 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 153,459 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 151,079 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 149,172 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 145,557 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Sill covers fitted

Undertrays & sill covers fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2015 140,934 miles

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

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

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 16 Jun 2014 134,440 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 128,021 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 126,412 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 109,682 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 109,682 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 92,334 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 74,197 miles

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

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 19 May 2006 56,577 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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EX02 JFF is a 2002 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 EX02 JFF, 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 EX02 JFF?

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What year was EX02 JFF registered?

EX02 JFF is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 26 April 2002.

Is EX02 JFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX02 JFF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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