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LB02 EPL

2002 BMW 525

Silver Lpg 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

164,322 mi
Last recorded164,322 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2018
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB02 EPL
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2018 164,322 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 19 Feb 2018 164,316 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Feb 2017 153,444 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 21 Feb 2017 153,442 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak ()

Fail 18 Feb 2017 153,389 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing GAS (7.2.4a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Oil leak ()

UNEVEN FRONT AND REAR TYRE WEAR

Pass 9 Jan 2016 143,393 miles

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

engine light on dash

Pass 29 Jan 2015 136,162 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 130,929 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2013 126,137 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

fuel cap seal cracking and spliting

Pass 24 Nov 2011 120,070 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 115,639 miles

Oil leak

Fail 28 Oct 2010 115,145 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 30 Oct 2009 106,127 miles

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 93,583 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 93,364 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 67,576 miles

nearside rear tyre near to wear indicators

Pass 30 Jan 2007 59,481 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 35,294 miles

slight play off side front lower ball joint

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 EPL is a 2002 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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

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