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HK52 KZO

2002 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

191,230 mi
Last recorded191,230 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK52 KZO
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2022 191,230 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded to back main ()

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

under trays fitted not allowing proper inspection

Pass 15 Jan 2020 190,315 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 189,118 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 187,569 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all visible (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 185,934 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 185,934 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 184,750 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 183,319 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 183,319 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 180,039 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 175,370 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2011 167,387 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 152,180 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 29 Jan 2010 151,884 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 130,758 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 130,758 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 118,043 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 95,598 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 81,697 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2005 81,697 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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HK52 KZO is a 2002 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HK52 KZO, 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 HK52 KZO?

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What year was HK52 KZO registered?

HK52 KZO is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 5 December 2002.

Is HK52 KZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK52 KZO shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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