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EX52 DNV

2002 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

125,822 mi
Last recorded125,822 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX52 DNV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 125,822 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Fail 5 Nov 2025 125,822 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2024 121,175 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 117,065 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 112,034 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 104,558 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 99,784 miles

both front tyres worn to 3mm tread depth

Pass 24 Oct 2019 95,133 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 88,490 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 78,797 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 65,385 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)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 59,074 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 58,163 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 55,484 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 54,101 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 51,571 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 47,949 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 45,566 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 42,070 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 22 Aug 2007 38,257 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 34,233 miles

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

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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EX52 DNV is a 2002 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 EX52 DNV, 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 EX52 DNV?

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What year was EX52 DNV registered?

EX52 DNV is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 19 September 2002.

Is EX52 DNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX52 DNV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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