MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
170,483 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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handbrake minimum pass
handbrake little reserve travel
handbrake little reserve travel
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both front d ring bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front upper arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
rear brake pads getting low
rear tyres near limit front tyres slightly deteriorated in tread in places
Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both front (4.1.D.1b)
Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both front (4.1.D.1b)
n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge.
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HW52 DCE is a 2002 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.
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 HW52 DCE, 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.
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What year was HW52 DCE registered?
HW52 DCE is a 2002 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 12 December 2002.
Is HW52 DCE safe to buy?
The MOT history for HW52 DCE shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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