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HX52 HSU

2002 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

109,707 mi
Last recorded109,707 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX52 HSU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 109,707 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2017 109,706 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour white light (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 99,239 miles

brake pipes above fuel tank

brake pipes corroded

engine covers fitted

sill covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 22 Jun 2016 99,239 miles

Offside Rear 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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

brake pipes above fuel tank

brake pipes corroded

engine covers fitted

sill covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Jun 2015 96,328 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes above fuel tank

sill covers fitted

Pass 10 Jun 2014 91,783 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes above fuel tank

sill covers fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2013 84,434 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes above fuel tank

sill covers fitted

Pass 19 Jun 2012 75,773 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 18 Jun 2012 75,773 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 64,998 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 64,998 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 53,535 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 44,434 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 39,439 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 39,439 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 36,548 miles

o/s/r brake pad wear indicator wiring hanging

Pass 28 Jun 2006 31,400 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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HX52 HSU is a 2002 BMW 525 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 HX52 HSU, 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.

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What year was HX52 HSU registered?

HX52 HSU is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 4 September 2002.

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