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KE02 SYV

2002 BMW 525

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

214,735 mi
Last recorded214,735 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE02 SYV
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2017 214,735 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

exhaust bracket deteriorated

Fail 2 Mar 2017 214,735 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

exhaust bracket deteriorated

Pass 25 Feb 2016 206,593 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Feb 2016 206,593 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 195,670 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 27 Feb 2015 195,670 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2014 178,085 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 162,862 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 152,495 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 143,391 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 133,509 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 123,550 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 112,448 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 98,312 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 84,702 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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KE02 SYV is a 2002 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KE02 SYV, 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

How do I check the history of KE02 SYV?

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What year was KE02 SYV registered?

KE02 SYV is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 6 March 2002.

Is KE02 SYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE02 SYV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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