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HS02 SFJ

2002 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

200,835 mi
Last recorded200,835 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS02 SFJ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2015 200,835 miles

Front and rear pads starting to wear.

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside front tyre lightly wearing on outer edge.

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 191,040 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside rear tyre damage to inner sidewall no cord showing.

Pass 13 Apr 2013 179,436 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 163,958 miles

both rear flexi brake hoses cracking

front discs worn

Pass 8 Apr 2011 150,255 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 140,896 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

horn sounding a bit weak

Pass 3 Apr 2009 130,776 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 121,413 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 114,158 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 106,743 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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HS02 SFJ is a 2002 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 HS02 SFJ, 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 HS02 SFJ registered?

HS02 SFJ is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 28 May 2002.

Is HS02 SFJ safe to buy?

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