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FL52 XXG

2002 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,806 mi
Last recorded116,806 miles
Recorded on19 May 2009
Typical for 2002 BMW 5 Series106,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL52 XXG
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2009 116,806 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 93,114 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 93,114 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 75,367 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 65,408 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2005 46,829 miles

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

lh rear tyre was low on pressure

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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FL52 XXG is a 2002 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FL52 XXG, 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 FL52 XXG?

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What year was FL52 XXG registered?

FL52 XXG is a 2002 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is FL52 XXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL52 XXG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FL52 XXG have outstanding finance?

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