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HT51 DTK

2002 BMW 525

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

129,075 mi
Last recorded129,075 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT51 DTK
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2015 129,075 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 119,625 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 112,162 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 104,455 miles

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

covers fitted

Fail 14 Mar 2012 104,445 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

covers fitted

Pass 2 Dec 2010 97,153 miles

both front anti-roll link rod dust covers split

covers fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2009 83,104 miles

parking prake only just met the requirement

slight play in osr drop link

Pass 27 Jan 2009 76,555 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 68,032 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 60,547 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2006 52,941 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2006 52,941 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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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HT51 DTK is a 2002 BMW 525 in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HT51 DTK, 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 HT51 DTK registered?

HT51 DTK is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is HT51 DTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT51 DTK shows 12 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.

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