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KJ51 CWG

2002 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

123,944 mi
Last recorded123,944 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2014
Typical for 2002 BMW 5 Series106,640 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ51 CWG
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2014 123,944 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Aug 2013 117,819 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 112,376 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 13,011 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jan 2010 96,356 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2009 87,744 miles

unable to open rear door from out side

Pass 12 Jan 2008 82,405 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Large undertrays fitted to the underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2007 68,970 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 68,970 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 14 Jan 2006 53,035 miles

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

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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KJ51 CWG is a 2002 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 KJ51 CWG, 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 KJ51 CWG registered?

KJ51 CWG is a 2002 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 5 February 2002.

Is KJ51 CWG safe to buy?

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