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FB02 MKO

2002 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

102,119 mi
Last recorded102,119 miles
Recorded on15 May 2008
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB02 MKO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 15 May 2008 102,119 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 88,696 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 May 2006 76,586 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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FB02 MKO is a 2002 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FB02 MKO, 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 FB02 MKO registered?

FB02 MKO is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 1 June 2002.

Is FB02 MKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB02 MKO shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FB02 MKO have outstanding finance?

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