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FH51 XCG

2002 BMW 5 Series

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

119,491 mi
Last recorded119,491 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2009
Typical for 2002 BMW 5 Series106,640 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH51 XCG
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2009 119,491 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2008 106,091 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 87,038 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on close to limit 2mm advise

Pass 16 Mar 2006 74,238 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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FH51 XCG is a 2002 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 106,640 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FH51 XCG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FH51 XCG?

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What year was FH51 XCG registered?

FH51 XCG is a 2002 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 11 January 2002.

Is FH51 XCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH51 XCG shows 4 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 FH51 XCG have outstanding finance?

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