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KG02 VTU

2002 BMW 525

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,618 mi
Last recorded143,618 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG02 VTU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2018 143,618 miles

1, park brake eiffiency just met. 2,bodywork damage evident. 3,off side rear driveshaft boot showing signs of deterioration.

Fail 23 Apr 2018 143,608 miles

Nearside Wheel bolt(s) missing and offside front missing a wheel bolt (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

1, park brake eiffiency just met. 2,bodywork damage evident. 3,off side rear driveshaft boot showing signs of deterioration.

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' several objects restricting drivers view. (8.3.1e)

Pass 10 May 2017 139,216 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 131,037 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 131,037 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (adjusted) (1.8)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (adjusted) (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 124,876 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Dec 2014 124,852 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pad warning light lit

Pass 24 Oct 2013 113,927 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 103,694 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 99,895 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 99,895 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 96,574 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 31 Mar 2009 87,182 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 31 Mar 2009 87,182 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 14 Apr 2008 65,988 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 56,858 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 56,858 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 May 2006 43,212 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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KG02 VTU is a 2002 BMW 525 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KG02 VTU, 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 KG02 VTU registered?

KG02 VTU is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 11 June 2002.

Is KG02 VTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG02 VTU shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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