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EY02 TPF

2002 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

170,578 mi
Last recorded170,578 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2021
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY02 TPF
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2021 170,578 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2020 156,485 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 143,578 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 24 Oct 2018 126,617 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2017 117,132 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s + o/s (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Oct 2017 117,131 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s + o/s metal pipes to each rear flexi pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s + o/s (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 113,600 miles

Nearside Front 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 pipe slightly corroded n/s + o/s metal pipes to each rear flexi pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 109,023 miles

some corrosion to n/s+o/s rear off metal pipes not excessive

some gasses leaking from front pipe flexi join not yet excessive

Pass 3 Nov 2014 105,120 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 15 Jan 2013 98,721 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 89,986 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 85,071 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 80,086 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 73,096 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 63,860 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 53,135 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 43,563 miles

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

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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EY02 TPF is a 2002 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 EY02 TPF, 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 EY02 TPF?

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What year was EY02 TPF registered?

EY02 TPF is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is EY02 TPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY02 TPF shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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