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HW52 DCE

2002 BMW 5 Series

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

170,483 mi
Last recorded170,483 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2022
Typical for 2002 BMW 5 Series106,640 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW52 DCE
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2022 170,483 miles

handbrake minimum pass

Pass 24 Aug 2021 166,875 miles

handbrake little reserve travel

Fail 24 Aug 2021 166,875 miles

handbrake little reserve travel

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 159,167 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 154,249 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 154,234 miles

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))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 149,963 miles

rear brake pads getting low

rear tyres near limit front tyres slightly deteriorated in tread in places

Pass 5 Apr 2017 140,776 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 140,776 miles

Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both front (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 5 Apr 2017 140,759 miles

Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both front (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 129,649 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 118,820 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 10,224 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 85,644 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 68,321 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 58,855 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 50,824 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 43,892 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 37,661 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge.

Pass 28 Nov 2006 30,724 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 23,230 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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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