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HF52 FYN

2002 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

144,391 mi
Last recorded144,391 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF52 FYN
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2017 144,391 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre has slight cracking

Offside Front tyre has slight cracking

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated small cracks (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 144,064 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 141,461 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 134,039 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 129,132 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 124,109 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 119,409 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 114,754 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 109,430 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 98,741 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2006 82,030 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 2 Sep 2005 61,544 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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HF52 FYN is a 2002 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 HF52 FYN, 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 HF52 FYN registered?

HF52 FYN is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is HF52 FYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF52 FYN shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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