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LC02 BVU

2002 BMW 525

Green Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

145,388 mi
Last recorded145,388 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2010
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC02 BVU
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2010 145,388 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 118,621 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 118,621 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 115,739 miles

slight deterioration to rear number plate

Pass 15 Oct 2007 108,882 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 108,875 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2006 94,555 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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LC02 BVU is a 2002 BMW 525 in Green with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LC02 BVU, 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 LC02 BVU?

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What year was LC02 BVU registered?

LC02 BVU is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is LC02 BVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC02 BVU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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