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LB02 EOD

2002 BMW 525

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

89,368 mi
Last recorded89,368 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB02 EOD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2024 89,368 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 87,443 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 85,807 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 85,045 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 82,278 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 79,462 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 76,579 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 73,651 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 70,375 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 67,079 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 64,089 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 64,089 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 60,845 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 57,012 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 57,012 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 56,536 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 49,457 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 43,962 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 43,961 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 38,863 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Mar 2007 29,821 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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LB02 EOD is a 2002 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LB02 EOD, 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 LB02 EOD registered?

LB02 EOD is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 20 June 2002.

Is LB02 EOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB02 EOD shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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