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LC02 GXX

2002 BMW 525

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

137,337 mi
Last recorded137,337 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW 525108,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC02 GXX
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2019 137,337 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2019 137,337 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 128,402 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2018 128,402 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 116,040 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 108,452 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 105,408 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)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 100,122 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 16 Apr 2013 93,374 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 87,522 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 83,828 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 83,828 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Tyre size 225/55r16 95w

Pass 15 Mar 2010 79,569 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 75,888 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 75,836 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 71,081 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 65,380 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 52,516 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 GXX is a 2002 BMW 525 in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LC02 GXX, 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 LC02 GXX registered?

LC02 GXX is a 2002 BMW 525, first registered on 10 May 2002.

Is LC02 GXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC02 GXX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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